Construction Staff Accountant

Santa Clara Development Corporation; Santa Fe (NM); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Santa Clara Development Corporation is seeking a Staff Accountant to maintain accurate financial records, support monthly closings, and manage job costing across construction projects in Santa Fe, NM. The role collaborates with project managers and the payroll team to ensure fiscal integrity and timely reporting.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance and 3–5 years of construction industry accounting experience, with proficiency in Sage 100 Construction

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• 3–5 years of accounting experience in construction preferred.
• Proficiency in Sage 100 Construction Accounting and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and reconcile general ledger and sub-ledger accounts.
• Prepare journal entries including accruals, amortizations, and pre-paid expenses.
• Prepare month-end trial balances and assist with monthly closings.
• Track and reconcile job costs in construction projects.
• Collaborate with project managers to monitor budgets and financial performance.
• Prepare WIP schedules and financial reports.

Skills

General ledger

Journal entries

GAAP compliance

Monthly closings

Job costing

WIP accounting

Financial reporting

Accounts payable/receivable

Payroll support

Intercompany reconciliation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field

Tools

Sage 100 Construction Accounting

Excel

Reporting tools

Job description

Job Description

SUMMARY: The Staff Accountant is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and supporting financial operations across multiple departments and construction projects. This role plays a key part in monthly closings, reconciliations, and financial reporting, while also collaborating with project managers and audit teams to ensure fiscal integrity and performance of the Construction company.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include but are not limited to the following:

• Maintain and reconcile general ledger and sub-ledger accounts.
• Prepare journal entries including accruals, amortizations, and pre-paid expenses.
• Ensure subsidiary ledger details support general ledger balances.
• Prepare month-end trial balances and assist with monthly closings.
• Review coding and data entry for sub-ledger journals.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, corporate accounting policies, and internal procedures.
• Maintain and update standard operating procedures.
• Manage accounts payable/receivable, subcontractor payments, and vendor invoices.
• Assist Accounts Payable Administrator as needed.
• Reconcile bank accounts, and intercompany transactions.
• Track and maintain bank reconciliations.
• Ensure integrity and accuracy of financial data.
• Track and reconcile job costs in various construction projects.
• Collaborate with project managers to monitor budgets, cost codes, and financial performance.
• Prepare and submit progress billings, including AIA documentation and retainage tracking.
• Support payroll processing and ensure proper allocation of labor costs.
• Assist Payroll Analyst with quarterly/annual tax returns, W-2 forms, and 1099 NEC filings.
• Review gaming and tax reconciliation reports for accuracy and timely submission.
• Generate reports to support forecasting, budgeting, and audit preparation.
• Evaluate performance and progress in the Revenue Audit Department.
• Troubleshoot system errors and audit questions.
• Ensure timely transmission of gaming and tax information to appropriate entities.
• Compile statistical data for reporting purposes.
• Prepare WIP schedules and financial reports.
• Performs all other duties as necessary.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field and Minimum 3-5 years of accounting experience in Construction Company.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT

Proficiency in Sage 100 Construction Accounting (required). Strong understanding of job costing and WIP accounting. Familiarity with lien waivers, and certified payroll. Advanced Excel skills and experience with financial reporting tools. Excellent attention to detail, time management, and communication skills. Regular interaction with vendors and employees when needed. Must maintain consistent and reliable attendance.