Staff Accountant - Construction

The Staff Accountant will support the daily accounting operations for construction divisions, working closely with Project Managers, field personnel, vendors, subcontractors, and executive leadership. This role handles a variety of construction-specific accounting functions, including accounts payable, payroll processing, accounts receivable, and essential job costing, while assisting with month-end financial reporting.

• Industry
  
  Experience:
  
  Working knowledge of construction accounting principles and job costing workflows.
• Software Proficiency: Experience with Sage 100 Contractor or similar construction-specific accounting software (e.g., Viewpoint, Quick Books Enterprise, Foundation).
• Core Accounting: Strong foundational knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger accounting.
• Payroll Operations: Familiarity with construction payroll, including certified payroll requirements and prevailing wage standards.
• Project Controls: Clear understanding of job cost coding, purchase orders, subcontractor compliance, and progress billings.
• Technical Tools: Advanced skills in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel (vlookups, pivot tables).
• Soft Skills: Strong attention to detail, accuracy, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to communicate effectively across both office and field teams.
• Language: Bilingual skills are a plus, but not required.

• Accounts Payable: Process vendor and subcontractor invoices, ensuring proper job, cost code, and general ledger (GL) coding. Review billing for accuracy, proper internal approvals, and matching purchase orders.
• Cash Flow Support: Assist with weekly check runs and timely vendor payments.
• Payroll & Job Costing: Process weekly payroll, verifying employee timesheets for accuracy, completeness, and proper project allocation (regular hours, overtime, and PTO).
• Compliance Tracking: Prepare and maintain certified payroll documentation as required by specific project contracts.
• Subcontractor Management: Oversee subcontractor compliance tracking, including W-9 collection, up-to-date insurance certificates, and lien releases.
• Project Analysis: Maintain job costs (labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractor fees). Review job cost reports for anomalies, and assist Project Managers with budget questions or coding corrections.
• Accounts Receivable: Monitor accounts receivable aging reports and assist with the polite collection of outstanding balances.
• Reporting: Assist management with Work-in-Progress (WIP) tracking, month-end close procedures, and financial reporting.