Job description

About the opportunity

We're conducting a confidential search on behalf of an established commercial construction company for an entry-level Staff Accountant. This is a chance to build a construction-accounting foundation while supporting both the Accounting and Project Management teams. The employer name will be shared with candidates during the interview process.

What you'll do

Process, code, and post AP invoices — matching to POs, subcontracts, approvals, and applicable tax; route through the electronic approval workflow and resolve discrepancies with vendors and PMs
Maintain vendor and subcontractor records: W-9s, insurance/compliance docs, lien waivers, and joint-check agreements
Prepare and issue customer billings and pay applications accurately and on time
Support project-level cost accounting — monitor budgets, track expenses, prepare monthly job-cost allocation entries, and assist with profitability analysis
Assist with month-end close: accruals, reconciliations, and supporting schedules
Provide backup for weekly payroll, timesheet input, and weekly labor-cost reporting
Assist with sales/use tax, 1099 preparation, credit card reconciliations, and project closeout documentation
Enter and maintain data in the company ERP (Vista by Viewpoint)

What we're looking for

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field; OR 4+ years of accounting experience in commercial construction
Construction accounting experience strongly preferred for candidates without a related degree
Working knowledge of AP, GL, payroll, reconciliations, and cost accounting
Comfort working with project budgets, job costs, contracts, POs, and subcontractor documentation
Strong attention to detail, organization, and communication skills; ability to juggle deadlines in a fast-paced environment
High integrity and discretion with confidential information
Proficiency in Excel and Outlook; ERP experience (Vista by Viewpoint a plus); Bluebeam a plus

Culture fit

Driven to serve · always improving · get-it-done attitude · takes pride in their work

Pay: $66,323.42 - $79,873.37 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
Health insurance

Work Location: In person