Senior Accountant

Malcolm Drilling; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

100% paid premiums for Dental and Vision plans

Malcolm covers 90% of the medical premium

Retirement plan contribution up to 10%

Job summary

Malcolm Drilling is looking for a detail-oriented Accountant based in San Francisco, California. The role involves overseeing multi-entity accounting operations including tax filings, financial reporting, and managing recurring deadlines.

Candidates should hold a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or Finance, possess CPA certification, and have 3-5+ years of relevant experience. The position also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid premiums and retirement contributions.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of accounting experience, preferably in construction or a multi-entity environment.
• Experience with fixed asset accounting and depreciation.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Oversee bank reconciliations for multiple entities.
• Prepare and post journal entries.
• Assist with Work-In-Progress (WIP) reporting.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Strong Excel skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA

Tools

Plexxis

Job description

Job Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented Accountant to oversee multi-entity accounting operations, including bank reconciliations, fixed assets, lease accounting, tax filings, and financial reporting. This role supports construction and property-related business units across multiple locations and requires strong organizational skills and the ability to manage recurring monthly, quarterly, and annual deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform monthly bank reconciliations for multiple entities and accounts, including payroll and general accounts
• Prepare and post journal entries
• Conduct monthly field check postings for multiple districts
• Rent expenses
• Assist with Work-In-Progress (WIP) reporting

Tax Compliance & Filings

• Prepare and compile tax workpapers for multiple entities:
  • Tax provisions
  • Apportionment schedules
  • Lookback calculations
  • M-1 adjustments
• Support annual tax return preparation and communicate with external tax advisors
• Prepare extension filings and estimated tax payments
• Prepare and file quarterly Fuel Tax Credit claims
• Prepare and file quarterly IFTA tax returns
• Support compliance for multiple LLCs and corporate entities
• Assist with gathering mileage logs and supporting documentation

Fixed Assets & Equipment Management

• Assign and maintain equipment numbers for new purchases
• Record asset acquisitions and disposals in systems (Plexxis, Sage Fixed Assets, internal platforms)
• Process payments related to equipment and vehicle purchases
• Maintain and update asset location tracking across districts
• Run monthly depreciation and disposal schedules
• Review and update Right-of-Use (ROU) assets and liabilities for new leases
• Prepare and record journal entries related to asset sales and disposals
• Prepare annual property tax schedules
• File property tax statements across multiple states

Qualifications

• CPA
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field
• 3–5+ years of accounting experience (construction, property, or multi-entity environment preferred)
• Experience with fixed asset accounting and depreciation
• Experience with accounting systems (e.g., Plexxis, or similar ERP systems)
• Strong Excel skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work independently

Preferred Skills

• Experience in construction or real estate industry
• Multi-entity accounting experience
• Familiarity with job costing and WIP reporting
• Experience working with external auditors and tax firms

Benefits Package

• Competitive Salary
• 100% paid premiums for Dental and Vision plans for the employee and all dependents
• Malcolm covers an average of 90% of the medical premium for the employee and all dependents
• Malcolm contributes up to 10% of your salary into a retirement plan
• Opportunities for career advancement