Entry-Level Staff Accountant: Kickstart Audit & Controls Career

Construction Partners, Inc.; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Construction Partners, Inc. in Raleigh, NC is seeking a Staff Accountant to join our finance team and support internal control and audit processes.

This early-career role reports to the Accounting Manager and focuses on reviewing transactions for compliance and maintaining accurate financial records. Ideal candidates have 0–3 years of accounting experience, a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field, and an interest in pursuing CPA certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 0-3 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Familiarity with internal controls, audit processes, and compliance requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other accounting software systems.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Review and verify financial transactions to ensure accuracy, compliance with policies, and adherence to internal controls.
• Prepare and organize supporting documentation for internal and external audits.
• Assist in testing and evaluating internal processes and controls.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve discrepancies and improve workflow efficiency.

Skills

Communication skills

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

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Summary

Construction Partners Inc., a publicly traded highway infrastructure company, is seeking a Staff Accountant to join our team in Raleigh, NC and play a key role in supporting our internal control and audit processes. This is a great opportunity for early career accountants! We’re seeking candidates with 0–3 years of experience, including December 2026 graduates who are ready to launch their accounting careers. Reporting to the Accounting Manager, this position will focus on reviewing transactions for compliance, preparing documentation for external and internal audit partners, and assisting in the maintenance of accurate financial records. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with both our in-house accounting team and external audit partners.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review and verify financial transactions to ensure accuracy, compliance with policies, and adherence to internal controls
• Prepare and organize supporting documentation for internal and external audits
• Assist in testing and evaluating internal processes and controls
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve discrepancies and improve workflow efficiency
  

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 0-3 years of relevant accounting experience
• Demonstrated interest in pursuing CPA certification in the near term preferred
• Familiarity with internal controls, audit processes, and compliance requirements
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other accounting software systems
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
  

Summary

Construction Partners Inc., a publicly traded highway infrastructure company, is seeking a Staff Accountant to join our team in Raleigh, NC and play a key role in supporting our internal control and audit processes. This is a great opportunity for early career accountants! We’re seeking candidates with 0–3 years of experience, including December 2026 graduates who are ready to launch their accounting careers. Reporting to the Accounting Manager, this position will focus on reviewing transactions for compliance, preparing documentation for external and internal audit partners, and assisting in the maintenance of accurate financial records. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with both our in-house accounting team and external audit partners.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review and verify financial transactions to ensure accuracy, compliance with policies, and adherence to internal controls
• Prepare and organize supporting documentation for internal and external audits
• Assist in testing and evaluating internal processes and controls
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve discrepancies and improve workflow efficiency
  

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 0-3 years of relevant accounting experience
• Demonstrated interest in pursuing CPA certification in the near term preferred
• Familiarity with internal controls, audit processes, and compliance requirements
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other accounting software systems
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
  

At Construction Partners, we don’t just build roads – we build leaders. We provide opportunities for our employees to grow and develop meaningful careers at all levels. In addition, we offer a wide variety of benefits to support our employees’ well-being, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (Construction Partners, Inc.: ROAD)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Professional Development Opportunities

Construction Partners, Inc. is dedicated to the achievement of equality of opportunity for all its employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, age, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected group status under federal, state or local law. Construction Partners, Inc. is an E-Verify Participant. CPI complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodation for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please let us know.

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