Staff Accountant - Construction

Staff Accountant – Construction (San Diego, CA)

Johnson Service Group invites applications for an immediate opportunity with a well‑established subcontractor. This is a direct-hire, onsite role paying US $36-$38 per hour. The position requires strong construction accounting knowledge and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

• Process full-cycle Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable transactions.
• Enter invoices and maintain accurate Accounts Receivable aging reports.
• Process owner billings, vendor invoices, weekly check runs, and payment distributions.
• Reconcile vendor statements and ensure lien releases are accurate and complete.
• Assist with monthly cash-flow reporting and receivables/payables analysis for senior management.
• Reconcile bank statements related to Accounts Payable and Payroll.
• Work closely with the Contract Administrator to manage change orders and maintain project documentation.
• Respond to vendor payment inquiries in a professional and timely manner.
• Support the Senior Accountant with accounting, reporting, and administrative functions.
• Assist with certified payroll processing and related compliance requirements.

• 3-5+ years of construction accounting experience with full-cycle AP/AR responsibilities.
• Experience working for a general contractor or subcontractor preferred.
• Knowledge of change orders, lien releases, certified payroll, and construction project documentation.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Experience with Sage 300 accounting software a plus.
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong communication and customer-service skills; ability to build positive relationships with vendors, subcontractors, project managers, and internal teams.
• Self-motivated, dependable, and able to work both independently and collaboratively while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Johnson Service Group (JSG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. JSG provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.