Senior Accountant 

Job Title: Senior Accountant

Reports to: Controller

Department: Accounting

FLSA Classification: Salary Exempt

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Job Summary:

This position is responsible for supporting the accounting functions of the company to include financial reporting, project accounting, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.  This role requires a strong understanding of accounting principles and the ability to work closely with project managers and senior management to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Financial Reporting and Analysis:

    • Assist in preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
    • Conduct variance analysis to identify discrepancies and recommend corrective actions.

    General Ledger Management:

    • Review and reconcile balance sheet accounts monthly.
    • Monitor and eliminate internal and intercompany transactions.
    • Ensure all financial transactions are recorded accurately and in accordance with GAAP.
    • Assist in month-end and year-end closing processes.

    Budgeting and Forecasting:

    • Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and quarterly forecasts.
    • Monitor actual performance against budget and report on significant variances.
    • Provide financial insights to support decision-making and strategic planning.

    Accounts Payable and Receivable:

    • Maintain/distribute daily cash flow report and reconcile to general ledger monthly.
    • Reconcile accounts receivable and accounts payable balances.
    • Manage cash flow by monitoring collections and payments.

    Compliance and Internal Controls:

    • Ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies, and regulatory requirements.
    • Assist with audits and provide necessary documentation to auditors and participating as needed.

     Fixed Assets:

    • Monitor and report on the financial performance and usage of construction assets.
    • Ensure proper allocation of costs to expenses or betterments.
    • Maintain fixed asset schedules and roll forwards.  Provide schedules for audit, income tax, property tax, and monthly financial reports.
    • Ensure depreciation and revenues are properly posted.
    • Calculate and record additions and deletions appropriately.

    Tax Compliance:

    • Prepare monthly sales & use taxes for submission.
    • Assist with tax audits and provide necessary documentation.

    Team Collaboration and Leadership:

    • Mentor and support junior accounting staff, providing guidance on complex accounting issues.
    • Collaborate with other departments to ensure alignment of financial goals and objectives.
    • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance financial processes and reporting.
    • Responsible for company data management and record keeping systems, electronic and hard copy
    • Timely & regular attendance is required.
    • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

  • Strong time management and organizational skills, ability to prioritize, and comfortable working independently and as part of a team.
  • Able to manage sensitive and confidential data, information and situations with tact and professionalism.
  • Strong communication skills: must be able to maintain a positive demeanor with clients, vendors, and staff both written and oral. 
  • Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.
  • Solid understanding of basic bookkeeping, job costing, and accounts payable principles.
  • Proficient computer skills including with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) or related software.
  • Competence in financial and bookkeeping software is necessary.
  • Strong attention to detail with high degree of accuracy.
  • Bilingual: English/Spanish preferred.

Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
  • Minimum five (5) years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in the construction industry.
  • Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.

Physical Requirements:

  • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
  • Must be able to use hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and telephone to talk and hear.
  • Must be able to occasionally lift, push, pull up to 30 pounds at times.
  • May stoop, kneel, or bend on an occasional basis.
  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

 

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