Senior Accountant

Clark Group; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/dental/vision benefits

Paid time off

Retirement/401k

Company Contribution plan

Life insurance

Commuter benefit

Short & long term disability

Fitness reimbursement

FSA

Tuition reimbursement

Back-up daycare

Tutoring & family support benefits

EAP/Work-Life assistance

Holiday contribution program

Job summary

Clark Construction Group in the United States seeks a Senior Accountant to manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, reconciliations and general ledger oversight. You will collaborate with operations teams to post entries related to customer payments and job costs, lead month-end and year-end close, and support audits.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance, CPA preferred, 2+ years in accounting (construction a plus), and strong GAAP knowledge with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA certification or candidate preferred.
• 2+ years in accounting; construction industry preferred.
• Proficiency in SAP and Oracle; advanced Excel.
• Strong GAAP knowledge and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Perform detailed account reconciliations to ensure timely and accurate data.
• Maintain and oversee the general ledger and ensure proper classification of transactions.
• Lead month-end and year-end close processes to meet deadlines.
• Assist with audits and provide required documentation.
• Develop budgets and forecasts with variance analysis and recommendations.
• Identify process improvements to enhance financial operations using SAP and other apps.
• Conduct ad hoc analyses to support senior management.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial analysis

Excel

SAP/Oracle

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance

CPA preferred

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled, analytical and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our dynamic finance team. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in managing financial processes, ensuring compliance with accounting principles, and contributing to the overall financial health of the organization. This role requires strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of accounting principles, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, ensuring accuracy and adherence to GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles).
• Perform detailed account reconciliations to ensure all financial data is timely and accruate .
• Maintain and oversee the general ledger, ensuring that all transactions are properly recorded and classified.
• Work directly with the operations teams to correctly identify and post entries related to their customer payments and job-level costs.
• Lead the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring all deadlines are met and financial data is accurately reported.
• Assist with internal and external audits, providing necessary documentation and responding to audit inquiries.
• Collaborate with the finance team to develop budgets and financial forecasts, providing variance analysis and recommendations for improvements.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of financial operations by leveraging SAP and other applications.
• Conduct ad hoc financial analyses to support decision-making by senior management.
• Develop and prepare quarterly joint venture and subsidiary financial statements to ensure accuracy and completeness in reporting.
• In addition, provide detailed analysis for financial statement fluctuations, calculate joint venture distributions, and record joint venture journal entries in accordance with individual joint venture agreement.
• Work closely with other departments to ensure accurate financial reporting and to support cross-functional projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA certification or candidate is preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in accounting, with a preference for experience in public accounting or the construction industry.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and advanced Excel skills (e.g., VLOOKUP, pivot tables).
• Strong understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, and tax regulations.
• Familiarity with ERP systems is a plus.
• Ability to analyze complex financial data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly and concisely.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail in all aspects of work.
• At ease in an environment of change; supports, manages and initiates change within the organization.
• Ability to make decisions in a timely manner and under pressure.
• Comfortable challenging the status quo to improve processes and procedures.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues and develop effective solutions.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, as well as independently with appropriate supervision.

Compensation and Benefits

Clark offers a total compensation package that includes base salary, bonus potential, and a comprehensive benefits package including health/dental/vision benefits, paid time off, retirement/401k, and Company Contribution plan. Additional benefits include life insurance, commuter benefit, short & long term disability, fitness reimbursement, FSA, tuition reimbursement, back-up daycare, tutoring & family support benefits, EAP/Work-Life assistance, and a holiday contribution program. For this role the base salary range is $45,000 - $140,000. Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. Base pay is one part of the Total Compensation Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

• health/dental/vision benefits
• paid time off
• retirement/401k
• Company Contribution plan
• life insurance
• commuter benefit
• short & long term disability
• fitness reimbursement
• FSA
• tuition reimbursement
• back-up daycare
• tutoring & family support benefits
• EAP/Work-Life assistance
• holiday contribution program

Clark Construction Group is one of the largest building and infrastructure companies in the United States. Our portfolio spans every major building market, from public to private, corporate to cultural, education to entertainment, and the infrastructure connecting it all – power, transportation, water, and roadways. Since 1906, we’ve been delighting and delivering value to our clients and project partners, providing diverse opportunities for our team, and strengthening the communities where we live. With offices strategically located across the country, we pride ourselves on being a local builder with national reach. Learn more about Clark Construction. There is a sense of camaraderie that comes with delivering impactful projects as a team. It creates a sense of humility and fosters pride in the work we do. At Clark, we are proud to build what matters, together. Learn more about careers at Clark. Find even more opportunities with the Clark Group, our collection of companies – delivering construction and asset solutions for clients across the United States. Clark Group's capabilities span the entire asset lifecycle – from project development and financing to construction and facility maintenance. Asset Solutions Altura Associates Coda Edgemoor Infrastructure & Real Estate S2N Technology Group Building & Infrastructure Atkinson Construction Shirley Contracting Company C3M Power Systems

Equal Opportunity Employer

Clark Construction Group, LLC (and its subsidiaries and affiliates) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law. Clark promotes a drug-free workplace. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA). Clark is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please email [e-mail] or call [phone] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Authorization to Work Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis in order to be considered.