Sr. Accountant

We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to oversee core accounting activities and support project-focused financial operations for a construction and contractor environment in Bakersfield, California. This permanent position partners closely with leadership, project teams, and external stakeholders to keep financial records accurate, billing timely, and reporting reliable. The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of general accounting, project billing, and month-end processes, along with the organization and follow-through needed to manage multiple deadlines effectively.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee weekly accounts payable activity by reviewing invoices, recording transactions, and reconciling balances to maintain accurate financial records.
• Monitor outstanding receivables, prepare aging reports, and assist with collection follow-up to support steady cash flow and timely customer payments.
• Coordinate monthly consultant payments by confirming invoice approval, verifying charges against project activity, and arranging disbursements on schedule.
• Contribute to month-end and year-end close activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and general ledger review.
• Prepare monthly client invoices for active projects by working with project managers and leadership to confirm contract terms, billing details, and accuracy before release.
• Track project financial data such as budgets, contracts, consultant costs, and billing status to help maintain visibility into project performance.
• Maintain current vendor, client, and project records within accounting and project management systems to support accurate reporting and processing.
• Produce financial and operational reports for leadership, including receivables status, cash flow insights, and project profitability summaries.
• Organize accounting documentation in both digital and physical formats and assist with materials needed for tax preparation, audits, and annual reporting.
• Help strengthen accounting procedures and internal controls while coordinating with outside accountants or consultants when needed.
• Bachelor’s degree or associate degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or equivalent hands-on accounting experience.
• At least 5 years of accounting experience, including responsibility for month-end close, general ledger activity, reconciliations, and billing.
• Demonstrated understanding of project accounting and contract-based invoicing, ideally within construction, contractor, or similar services settings.
• Practical experience preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and completing bank reconciliations with a high level of accuracy.
• Proficiency with accounting software such as Deltek Vantagepoint, Ajera, QuickBooks, or similar financial systems.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word, with the ability to manage data, reports, and documentation efficiently.
• Clear communication skills and a collaborative approach when working with leadership, project managers, consultants, and clients.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage recurring weekly and monthly deadlines effectively.