Junior Accountant

Construction Partners Inc.; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) employer match

Paid vacation

Holidays

Employee stock purchase plan

Employee assistance program

Professional development

Job summary

Construction Partners Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented Junior Accountant to join the Corporate Accounting team in Raleigh. This role supports monthly close activities, financial reporting, reconciliations, and other accounting functions across the organization.

The ideal candidate is organized, analytical, and eager to learn, offering a foundation in corporate accounting and exposure to multiple operating companies. We provide opportunities for growth and a broad benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required or equivalent experience.
• 0–2 years accounting experience preferred, recent grads encouraged to apply.
• Basic understanding of GAAP.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Office apps.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Analytical mindset with problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to work independently and with a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities including reconciliations and consolidation.
• Support corporate overhead analysis, budget-to-actual reporting, and variance investigations.
• Assist with fixed asset accounting and capital expenditure tracking.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve discrepancies and improve workflow.
• Maintain organized records in compliance with policy and regulatory requirements.

Skills

GAAP basics

Excel proficiency

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Construction Partners Inc., a publicly traded highway infrastructure company, is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Junior Accountant to join the Corporate Accounting team. This position will support corporate accounting operations, monthly financial close activities, financial reporting, account reconciliations, and other accounting functions across the organization.

The ideal candidate is organized, analytical, eager to learn. This role provides an opportunity to develop a strong foundation in corporate accounting, gain exposure to multiple operating companies, and expand technical accounting and financial analysis skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities including reconciliations and consolidation.
• Support corporate overhead analysis, budget-to-actual reporting, and investigation of significant variances.
• Assist with fixed asset accounting, capital expenditure tracking, and related reporting, as needed.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve discrepancies and improve workflow efficiency.
• Maintain accurate and organized records in accordance with company policy and regulatory requirements

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance preferred; equivalent education or relevant experience considered.
• Zero to two years of accounting experience preferred. Recent graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Basic understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with other Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to research discrepancies and identify trends.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a team.
• Willingness to learn new systems, processes, and accounting concepts.

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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