Archived listing. The details below describe a past opening.
We are looking for a Construction Accountant to support financial operations for active projects in Charleston, South Carolina. This position plays a key role in maintaining accurate records, tracking project-related costs, and helping ensure timely month-end close activities. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting fundamentals along with experience in construction environments where job costing and general ledger accuracy are essential.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare and post accounting entries to maintain complete and accurate financial records.
- Reconcile general ledger accounts and investigate discrepancies to support reliable reporting.
- Monitor project costs and allocate expenses appropriately across jobs and cost codes.
- Assist with month-end and year-end closing tasks, including account analysis and supporting schedules.
- Review construction-related financial activity to help ensure transactions are recorded in accordance with company policies.
- Partner with project and operations teams to gather cost information and resolve accounting questions.
- Maintain documentation for audits, internal reviews, and routine accounting procedures.
- Experience in accounting roles with responsibility for journal entries and general ledger maintenance.
- Working knowledge of job costing principles, preferably within construction or contractor environments.
- Ability to analyze financial data, identify variances, and resolve account issues accurately.
- Strong understanding of core accounting practices and month-end close processes.
- Proficiency with accounting systems and spreadsheet tools used for financial reporting.
- High level of organization and attention to detail in a deadline-driven setting.
- Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate across finance and operations teams.
Email directly for more info: Bryan.Thierfelder@roberthalf com