Senior Accountant

Jobot; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot in Albuquerque, NM is seeking a Senior Accountant for a permanent role in a growing construction company. You will handle balance sheet reconciliations, month-end close, year-end tasks, journal entries, and general ledger management to ensure accurate financial reporting.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years in a similar role, exposure to GAAP, proficiency with Excel and accounting software, and a CPA or CMA is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar role, preferably within the construction industry.
• Proficient in accounting software, Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
• Strong understanding of GAAP.
• Proven experience with balance sheet reconciliation, month-end close, year-end tasks, journal entries, and general ledger.
• Excellent analytical skills with a strong focus on accuracy and attention to detail.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate complex financial information in a clear and concise manner.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve financial discrepancies.
• CPA or CMA designation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and maintain accurate financial records.
• Assist with month-end close procedures, including the preparation of financial statements and reports.
• Assist with year-end tasks, including audit preparation and tax filing.
• Prepare and post journal entries, ensuring all business transactions are recorded in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.
• Manage the general ledger, identifying and correcting any discrepancies.
• Collaborate with other departments to streamline accounting procedures and refine financial reporting processes.
• Oversee the accounts payable and receivable functions, ensuring timely processing of invoices and payments.
• Conduct financial analysis and prepare detailed reports for management.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings.
• Stay updated on industry trends and regulations to maintain up-to-date knowledge.

Skills

Balance sheet recon

Month-end close

Year-end tasks

Journal entries

General ledger

GAAP

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Problem solving

CPA CMA (plus)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Career Advancement Opportunities - Established Company - Experienced Leadership Team

Job Details:

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Accountant to join our thriving construction company. This is a permanent position, offering an excellent opportunity to contribute to a growing organization. The Senior Accountant will be responsible for a diverse range of accounting tasks, including balance sheet reconciliation, assisting with month-end and year-end tasks, journal entries, and general ledger management. This role requires a minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar role. If you are a detail-oriented professional with a knack for numbers and a passion for the construction industry, we would love to hear from you.

Why join us?

• Career Advancement Opportunities

Responsibilities

1. Perform balance sheet reconciliations and maintain accurate financial records.
2. Assist with month-end close procedures, including the preparation of financial statements and reports.
3. Assist with year-end tasks, including audit preparation and tax filing.
4. Prepare and post journal entries, ensuring all business transactions are recorded in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.
5. Manage the general ledger, identifying and correcting any discrepancies.
6. Collaborate with other departments to streamline accounting procedures and refine financial reporting processes.
7. Oversee the accounts payable and receivable functions, ensuring timely processing of invoices and payments.
8. Conduct financial analysis and prepare detailed reports for management.
9. Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings.
10. Stay updated on industry trends and regulations to maintain up-to-date knowledge.

Qualifications

1. Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
2. Minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar role, preferably within the construction industry.
3. Proficient in accounting software, Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
4. Strong understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
5. Proven experience with balance sheet reconciliation, month-end close, year-end tasks, journal entries, and general ledger.
6. Excellent analytical skills with a strong focus on accuracy and attention to detail.
7. Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
8. Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate complex financial information in a clear and concise manner.
9. Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve financial discrepancies.
10. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) designation is a plus.

Salary: $65,000 - $75,000 per year

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.