Senior Accountant

Salisbury & Moore Construction; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Salisbury & Moore Construction is seeking a Senior Accountant to support the company’s accounting functions with a strong emphasis on accurate financial records, job costing, reconciliations, and month-end close. This role collaborates with the Controller and Operations teams to ensure timely and accurate financial information across projects.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, construction accounting familiarity, and proficiency with NetSuite and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Construction accounting experience preferred.
• Experience with NetSuite and Procore preferred.
• CPA or CPA candidate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform key components of the monthly and year-end close process.
• Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and account adjustments.
• Prepare monthly balance sheet and general ledger reconciliations.
• Research and resolve accounting discrepancies.
• Monitor project costs and ensure expenses are accurately recorded to the appropriate project and cost code.
• Assist with intercompany transactions and reconciliations.
• Assist with annual financial statement audits
• Provide accounting oversight for AP and AR processes.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

GL accounting

Job costing

Excel skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Communication

Confidential data handling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

CPA candidate preferred

Tools

NetSuite

Procore

Job description

Description

Job Summary

The Senior Accountant is responsible for supporting the Company’s accounting and, with an emphasis on accurate financial records, job costing, account reconciliations, and month-end close. This position works reports to the Controller and works closely Operations teams to ensure financial information is accurate, timely, and properly reflected by project and company.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Perform key components of the monthly and year-end close process.
• Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and account adjustments.
• Prepare monthly balance sheet and general ledger reconciliations.
• Research and resolve accounting discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate general ledger activity and supporting documentation.
• Assist with intercompany transactions and reconciliations.
• Support cash management and bank reconciliations.
• Maintain fixed asset schedules and related accounting.
• Monitor project costs and ensure expenses are accurately recorded to the appropriate project and cost code.
• Review job cost activity for accuracy and investigate discrepancies.
• Partner with Project Managers and Operations to resolve job-costing and financial questions.
• Review project financial information for completeness and accuracy.
• Assist with project closeout and final accounting reconciliation.
• Provide accounting oversight and support for AP and AR processes.
• Review transactions for proper coding and accounting treatment.
• Maintain appropriate accounting documentation and internal controls.
• Assist with annual financial statement audits and other audits as required.
• Prepare schedules and supporting documentation for auditors, tax providers, and other external partners.
• Assist with implementation and improvement of accounting procedures and controls.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Strong understanding of general ledger accounting and account reconciliations.
• Knowledge of construction accounting and job costing preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong Excel skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with Accounting, Operations, and leadership.
• Ability to handle confidential financial information appropriately.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience required.
• Construction accounting experience required.
• Experience with NetSuite and Procore preferred.
• CPA or CPA candidate is preferred.

Licensing/Certification

• Required: Valid North Carolina Driver’s License

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements for an office job typically include the ability to sit for extended periods, use a computer and other office equipment, and occasionally lift or carry office supplies up to 20 pounds. The role may require occasional standing, walking, or bending to file documents, attend meetings, or move between office areas.