Senior Accountant

Lee Hecht Harrison Nederland B.V.; Conshohocken (Montgomery County); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Health insurance

401(k) plan with employer match

Job summary

Lee Hecht Harrison Nederland B.V. in Montgomery County, PA seeks a Senior Accountant to join the finance team in a hybrid role. You will support large-scale construction projects, assist with close processes, and partner with leadership to enhance financial performance.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of accounting experience, strong GAAP knowledge, and expertise in project accounting and process improvements within a growing organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Construction/project accounting experience preferred.
• WIP reporting, job costing, project invoicing, month-end close experience.
• Financial statement preparation and GAAP knowledge.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform month-end and year-end close activities.
• Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reports.
• Manage WIP reporting and project accounting activities.
• Analyze job costs and monitor project profitability.
• Oversee project invoicing and revenue recognition processes.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and efficiencies.
• Ensure GAAP compliance and adherence to policies.
• Collaborate with project managers and leaders on financial results.
• Supervise and mentor an Accounting Assistant.
• Support the Controller with day-to-day activities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Excel

Procore

QuickBooks

Job description

Senior Accountant

Montgomery County, PA (Hybrid) $90,000 - $130,000

Our client is a global construction company seeking a Senior Accountant to join its growing finance team. This highly visible role offers the opportunity to work closely with the Controller and executive leadership while supporting large-scale construction projects and helping drive financial and operational excellence.

The ideal candidate will have strong accounting fundamentals, experience with project-based accounting, and the ability to contribute to process improvements within a dynamic, growing organization.

Responsibilities

• Perform month-end and year-end close activities


• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reports


• Manage Work-in-Progress (WIP) reporting and project accounting activities


• Analyze job costs and monitor project profitability


• Oversee project invoicing and support revenue recognition processes


• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis


• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and operational efficiencies


• Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies


• Collaborate with project managers and operational leaders on financial performance and reporting


• Supervise and mentor an Accounting Assistant


• Serve as a key support resource to the Controller

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance


• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience


• Construction accounting and project accounting experience preferred


• Experience with:
  
  
  
  • WIP reporting
  
  
  • Job costing
  
  
  • Project invoicing
  
  
  • Month-end close
  
  
  • Financial statement preparation
  
  
  
  


• Strong understanding of GAAP


• Solid knowledge of debits, credits, and journal entries


• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required


• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills

Preferred Software Experience

• QuickBooks


• Procore


• Advanced Excel

Why Join?

• Opportunity to work for a global industry leader


• Direct exposure to executive leadership


• Support large complex construction projects


• Play a key role in strengthening and improving the accounting function


• Influence reporting, processes, and operational efficiencies


• Excellent career growth potential within a large international organization


• Collaborative and team-oriented environment

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $90,000 - $130,000


• Hybrid - 4 Days in Office, 1 Day Remote


• Strong opportunities for career advancement and professional development

Health & Wellness

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance


• Wellness initiatives to promote physical and mental health
  
• Comprehensive safety programming to ensure a secure work environment

Retirement & Financial Security

• 401(k) plan with employer match


• Defined benefit and defined contribution pension plans

Time Off & Work-Life Balance

• Paid holidays and vacation


• Paid sick leave
  
• Parental leave

Additional Perks

• Life and disability insurance


• Accidental death & dismemberment coverage


• Employee recognition programs

Pay Details

$90,000.00 to $130,000.00 per year

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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