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Staff Accountant

Job in San Jose, Santa Clara County, California, 95199, USA
Listing for: LHH Recruitment Solutions
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-10-11
Job specializations:
  • Accounting
    Financial Reporting
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 90000 - 120000 USD Yearly USD 90000.00 120000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Responsibilities:
  • Assist with month-end and year-end close activities
  • Prepare and maintain general ledger entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules
  • Support accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and job cost accounting functions
  • Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and other balance sheet accounts
  • Assist with the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
  • Analyze project costs, monitor budgets, and support project managers with financial reporting
  • Help ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies
  • Support external audits and provide requested documentation
  • Review and analyze general ledger activity to identify discrepancies and resolve issues
  • Collaborate with operations and project teams to provide financial insights and reporting support
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
  • 3+ years of accounting experience
  • Prior experience in construction, contractor, project-based, or related industries preferred
  • Strong understanding of GAAP and accounting principles
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables and lookups
  • Experience working within a large ERP system
  • Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities
  • Ability to perform detailed financial and numerical analysis
Preferred Experience:
  • Job cost accounting
  • Construction accounting
  • Work‑in‑progress (WIP) reporting
  • Progress billing and lien release documentation
  • Payroll or certified payroll exposure
  • Experience with systems such as Sage, Foundation, Vista/Viewpoint, CMiC, or similar construction ERP platforms
Skills:
  • Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
  • Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
  • High level of professionalism and discretion when handling confidential information
  • Self‑motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Strong customer service mindset and collaborative approach
Employment type:
  • Contract

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Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

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