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Required Skills & Experience
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 3+ years of accounting experience, preferably in construction, contracting, or project-based industries.
- Strong proficiency with QuickBooks.
- Experience managing accounting functions independently.
- Knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, reconciliations, and general ledger accounting.
- Experience preparing financial statements and month-end close packages.
- Strong understanding of job costing and project accounting.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, and reporting.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Strong communication skills and ability to partner with leadership teams.
Nice to Have Skills & Experience
Preferred Qualifications
- Construction accounting experience.
- Experience with WIP (Work-in-Progress) reporting.
- Familiarity with prevailing wage reporting and contractor compliance requirements.
- CPA designation or CPA-track experience preferred.
- Experience supporting annual audits and tax filings.
Job Description
Position Overview We are seeking a detail-oriented and self-motivated Accountant to serve as the sole accounting professional for our growing networking and construction company. This role will be responsible for managing all day-to-day accounting operations, maintaining accurate financial records, and providing financial reporting and insights to leadership. The ideal candidate has strong experience with QuickBooks, construction accounting principles, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
- Manage the full accounting cycle, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, general ledger, and month-end close.
- Maintain accurate financial records and ensure compliance with GAAP principles.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
- Perform bank, credit card, and account reconciliations.
- Manage cash flow reporting and forecasting.
- Process customer invoicing and collections.
- Review vendor invoices and issue payments.
- Track project costs, job costing, and construction-related expenses.
- Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
- Prepare and file sales tax and other required tax reports.
- Coordinate with external CPA firms during tax preparation and audits.
- Maintain fixed asset schedules and depreciation records.
- Monitor and improve accounting processes and internal controls.
- Support leadership with ad hoc financial analysis and reporting.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.