Senior Accountant

Power Plus Systems, LLC.; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Job summary

Power Plus Systems, LLC in Charleston, SC is looking for a Senior Accountant to take ownership of the company's accounting functions. The role requires strong expertise in construction accounting and QuickBooks, coupled with a proactive approach to managing financial processes.

The ideal candidate will execute daily accounting tasks, prepare financial reports, and ensure accuracy in operations. Competitive salary and growth opportunities are offered, along with health and retirement benefits.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of hands-on accounting experience, preferably in the construction industry.
• Advanced proficiency in QuickBooks required.
• Experience with job costing and construction billing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage core accounting functions including AP, AR, general ledger, and payroll.
• Prepare monthly financial reports and cash flow summaries.
• Coordinate with finance team on audits and tax documentation.

Skills

Construction accounting expertise

QuickBooks proficiency

Attention to deadlines

Financial statement preparation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

QuickBooks

Job description

Location: Charleston, SC
Job Type: Full-Time
Compensation: $50-$70k annually

The Senior Accountant is responsible for executing the day‑to‑day accounting functions of Power Plus Systems, LLC with full ownership of the financial processes that keep the company running. This is a structured, deadline‑driven role where accuracy, consistency, and accountability are paramount. The ideal candidate thrives on routine, owns their responsibilities without prompting, and brings deep expertise in construction accounting and QuickBooks.

Objectives

• Take full ownership of the company's core accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger maintenance, bank reconciliations, and payroll processing.
• Execute recurring accounting tasks on schedule — daily, weekly, and monthly — ensuring all deadlines are met with precision and without the need for oversight.
• Prepare monthly financial reports, job cost reports, and cash flow summaries that provide leadership with a clear and accurate picture of company financials.
• Manage QuickBooks as the primary accounting system, maintaining clean and organized records, processing transactions accurately, and ensuring data integrity at all times.
• Coordinate with the Finance team and Executive Director on financial reporting, annual audit preparation, and tax documentation, while maintaining day‑to‑day independence in all accounting operations.
• Deep hands‑on proficiency in QuickBooks, including job costing, invoicing, and reporting.
• Strong knowledge of construction accounting practices, including job cost allocation and progress billing.
• Demonstrated ability to manage high‑volume, repetitive accounting tasks with accuracy and consistency across AP, AR, payroll, and GL functions.
• Exceptional attention to deadlines — this role operates on a fixed monthly cycle and requires someone who self‑manages and delivers on time, every time.
• Solid understanding of financial statements and the ability to prepare and present reports that are clean, accurate, and actionable.
• High degree of ownership and accountability — the right person for this role takes pride in their work, flags issues proactively, and doesn't wait to be asked.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum 3–5 years of hands‑on accounting experience, with construction industry experience strongly preferred.
• Advanced QuickBooks proficiency required (QuickBooks certification a plus).
• Experience with job costing and construction billing preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Extended periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Growth opportunities in a well‑established company.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Health, dental, vision and 401(k) with company match.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid vacation.

Power Plus Systems, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds to apply.