Internal Assistant Controller/Staff Accountant (85K-140K+)

Levelociti

Deerfield Beach (FL)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 140,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401k

Job summary

Levelociti in Deerfield Beach, FL is seeking a Staff Accountant / Assistant Controller to join our internal accounting team. This role offers growth opportunities as our Controller retires, with a strong accounting foundation and a path to leadership.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in accounting and hands-on accounting experience in public accounting or private industry. Construction accounting experience is a plus, but not required.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required.
  • Hands-on accounting experience in public accounting or private industry.
  • Strong understanding of general accounting principles.
  • Experience with journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close preferred.
  • Strong Excel and organizational skills.
  • Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
  • Desire to grow into an Assistant Controller, Controller, or broader accounting leadership role.
  • Construction accounting, job-costing, or percentage-of-completion experience is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

  • Assist with day-to-day accounting operations and general ledger maintenance
  • Prepare and post journal entries
  • Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes
  • Perform account and bank reconciliations
  • Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable functions
  • Help prepare internal financial statements and management reports
  • Maintain accurate supporting documentation and accounting records
  • Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cash-flow reporting
  • Support job-costing and construction accounting functions as needed
  • Work closely with company leadership and the Controller on special projects
  • Take on additional responsibilities as experience and knowledge grow

Skills

Excel
Attention to detail
Organizational skills
Positive attitude
Willingness to learn
Accounting knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Job description

++Title:++ Staff Accountant / Assistant Controller

++Location:++ Deerfield Beach, FL (Hybrid/In-Office)

++Date Posted:++ 08/06/2026

++Compensation: 85,000-140,000 (Depending on Experience)++

We are a growing, established construction company with approximately 75+ employees seeking an ambitious Staff Accountant / Assistant Controller to join our ++internal accounting team.++ This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong accounting foundation who is eager to learn, take on increasing responsibility, and build a long-term career with the company.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in accounting and hands‑on accounting experience in either public accounting or private industry. Previous construction accounting experience would be a strong plus, but it is not required. We are primarily looking for someone with a positive attitude, strong attention to detail, and a genuine desire to grow into a larger accounting and leadership role over time as our Controller has retired!

Key Responsibilities
  • Assist with day-to-day accounting operations and general ledger maintenance
  • Prepare and post journal entries
  • Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes
  • Perform account and bank reconciliations
  • Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable functions
  • Help prepare internal financial statements and management reports
  • Maintain accurate supporting documentation and accounting records
  • Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cash-flow reporting
  • Support job-costing and construction accounting functions as needed
  • Work closely with company leadership and the Controller on special projects
  • Take on additional responsibilities as experience and knowledge grow
What You Need for This Position
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required
  • Previous hands‑on accounting experience in public accounting or private industry
  • Strong understanding of general accounting principles
  • Experience with journal entries, reconciliations, and month‑end close preferred
  • Strong Excel and organizational skills
  • Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
  • Positive attitude and willingness to learn
  • Desire to grow into an Assistant Controller, Controller, or broader accounting leadership role
  • Construction accounting, job-costing, or percentage‑of‑completion experience is a plus, but not required
What Makes This Opportunity Stand Out
  • Long‑term career path with increasing responsibilities
  • Opportunity to grow into an Assistant Controller‑level position
  • Direct exposure to company leadership and financial operations
  • Stable, established mid sized company
  • Hands‑on training and professional development
  • Collaborative and supportive work environment
  • Compensation: 85,000-140,000/Year
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k and more!
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