Senior Accountant - Commercial Construction

Staff Financial Group; Suwanee (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Staff Financial Group is seeking a Senior Accountant based in Suwanee, Georgia. This role involves managing day-to-day accounting operations for a busy commercial general contracting company.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and at least 3 years of relevant accounting experience. Responsibilities include managing the financial close process, preparing financial statements, and performing construction job cost accounting.

If you're interested in this opportunity, please apply now.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of accounting experience, preferably in commercial construction or general contracting.
• Strong understanding of job costing and WIP reporting.
• CPA designation is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process.
• Prepare accurate financial statements and management reports.
• Maintain the general ledger and ensure reconciliations.
• Perform job cost accounting and project financial analysis.
• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable.

Skills

Construction accounting knowledge

Attention to detail

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Construction accounting software (Vista, Sage 300 CRE, Foundation, CMiC)

Job description

As the Senior Accountant, you will play a critical role in managing the day-to-day accounting operations for a busy commercial general contracting company. This position requires strong construction accounting knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while supporting leadership with timely financial reporting and analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process.
• Prepare accurate financial statements and management reports.
• Maintain the general ledger and ensure proper account reconciliations.
• Perform construction job cost accounting and project financial analysis.
• Manage Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules and revenue recognition.
• Process accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash management activities.
• Coordinate payroll processing and related reporting.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
• Prepare sales tax filings and support year-end audits.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies.
• Work closely with project managers to monitor project profitability.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and internal controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3+ years of accounting experience, preferably within commercial construction or general contracting.
• Strong understanding of job costing, WIP reporting, and construction accounting principles.
• Experience with construction accounting software (Vista, Sage 300 CRE, Foundation, CMiC, or similar preferred).
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• CPA designation is a plus but not required.

If you're interested in learning more about this opportunity or would like to discuss your qualifications, please apply now.