Construction Accounting Specialist

Stephens & Smith Construction Co.; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Stephens & Smith Construction Co. is seeking a full-time Accounting Assistant to support the accounting department with clerical and transactional tasks, ensuring accuracy and compliance with laws and company policies.

The role reports to the Controller and involves processing invoices, reconciliations, and front-desk backup as needed. The ideal candidate has 0-2 years of clerical experience, proficiency in MS Office, and familiarity with accounting software.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of prior clerical experience.
• Associates Degree (Preferred but not required).
• Proficiency in MS applications (Outlook, Excel, Word) and experience with accounting software.
• Ability to work effectively and constructively resolving conflicts in honest, open and transparent professional manner.
• Act ethically; build trust through reliability and authenticity. Admit mistakes. Refer unethical actions to Accountants. Comply with the Company’s Code of Ethics.
• Demonstrate a courteous, composed, warm, and helpful demeanor both in telephone conversations and in-person interactions, ensuring a positive personal appearance.

Responsibilities

• Invoice and reconcile trucking operation.
• Create job numbers provided by project managers.
• Reconcile bank accounts for subsidiaries.
• Deposit and record check receipts with the bank and accounting software.
• Record and post credit card payments.
• Route and post AP invoices for subsidiary companies.
• Scan/index documents into Foundation and other document retention software.
• Complete purchase orders from field personnel.
• Backup for answering phones and receiving customers at the front door.
• Backup for other areas within the accounting department.

Skills

MS Office

Accounting software

Education

Associates Degree

Job description

Stephens & Smith Construction Co. is seeking a full-time Accounting Assistant to support the accounting department with clerical and transactional tasks, ensuring accuracy and compliance with laws and company policies.

The role reports to the Controller and involves processing invoices, reconciliations, and front-desk backup as needed. The ideal candidate has 0-2 years of clerical experience, proficiency in MS Office, and familiarity with accounting software.