Construction Accountant

Progressive Staffing LLC; City of Niagara Falls (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Progressive Staffing LLC in Niagara Falls, NY is seeking a Construction Accountant to join a local, family-owned construction team. This full-time, in-office role supports daily accounting tasks, monthly closes, and project-level financials for accurate revenue recognition and reporting.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in construction accounting, experience with AIA billing, and a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ accounting experience in a construction setting preferred.
• AIA experience is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Experience with ComputerEase, Textura, ERP systems, and construction accounting software preferred.
• Proficient in Excel.

Responsibilities

• Actively participate in day-to-day accounting activities, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, project billings, cash applications, and other transactional processes
• Participate in monthly close processes, ensuring deadlines, account reconciliations, supporting schedules, and reporting deliverables are completed accurately and on schedule
• Process monthly journal entries, including accruals, inter-company transactions, depreciation, amortization, prepaid expenses, and other recurring accounting activities
• Maintain accurate project accounting records, including contract status, job costs, billings, and project-related financial data
• Understand job performance and costs to ensure proper revenue and expense recognition
• Prepare monthly customer billings, including AIA billing packages, lien waivers, and supporting contract documentation
• Build understanding of project financial performance, including cost-to-complete estimates, labor productivity, equipment utilization, contract compliance, and profitability metrics
• Assist in annual budgets, forecasts, variance analyses, and management reporting packages
• Assist with monthly financial statements, cash reporting, and forecasting
• Support external audit engagements by coordinating requested documentation and auditor inquiries
• Support evolution of accounting processes, reporting capabilities, and system enhancements as the organization grows
• Work independently and in a team environment
• Other duties as assigned/as necessary

Skills

Excel

Attention to detail

Time management

Organization

Team oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related

Tools

ComputerEase

Textura

ERP systems

Construction accounting software

Job description

Full time | Progressive Staffing LLC | United States

Job Information

$65,000-$95,000 annually depending on experience

Work Experience 0-1 year

Construction

City Niagara Falls

State/Province New York

Job Description

CONSTRUCTION ACCOUNTANT (Permanent) Our client, a local, family-owned construction company in WNY, is looking to hire an Accountant to join their team.This person will work closely with the Assistant Controller and Corporate Controller to perform day-to-day accounting functions.

Responsibilities:

• Actively participate in day-to-day accounting activities, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, project billings, cash applications, and other transactional processes
• Participate in monthly close processes, ensuring all deadlines, account reconciliations, supporting schedules, and reporting deliverables are completed accurately and on schedule
• Process monthly journal entries, including accruals, inter-company transactions, depreciation, amortization, prepaid expenses, and other recurring accounting activities
• Maintain accurate project accounting records, including contract status, job costs, billings, and project-related financial data
• Understand job performance and costs to ensure proper revenue and expense recognition
• Prepare monthly customer billings, including AIA billing packages, lien waivers, and supporting contract documentation
• Build a comprehensive understanding of project financial performance, including cost-to-complete estimates, labor productivity, equipment utilization, contract compliance, and profitability metrics
• Participate in the preparation of annual budgets, financial forecasts, variance analyses, and management reporting packages
• Assist with monthly financial statements, cash reporting, and forecasting
• Support external audit engagements by coordinating requested documentation, and ensuring timely responses to auditor inquiries
• Support the ongoing evolution of accounting processes, reporting capabilities, and system enhancements as the organization continues to grow
• Work well both independently and in a team environment
• Other duties as assigned/as necessary

Details:

• Position is full-time, direct hire
• 100% in-office
• $65,000 - $95,000 annually depending on experience plus bonus (based on company’s performance)
• 3+ years’ Accounting experience in a construction setting preferred; someone with less experience who is driven to learn and grow may be taken in to consideration
• AIA experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related
• Experience with ComputerEase, Textura, ERP systems, and construction accounting software preferred
• Proficient in Excel
• Strong organization skills and time management skills
• Strong attention to detail & accuracy
• Self-motivated, but collaborative and team oriented
• Relocation not available
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States; Visa sponsorship is not available