Senior Accountant-Construction

gpac; North Richland Hills (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

gpac seeks a Senior Accountant to oversee day-to-day accounting operations and financial reporting for construction projects in North Richland Hills, TX. You will ensure accurate job cost accounting, contract revenue recognition, and GAAP compliance while partnering with project managers and operations teams.

This role handles monthly close, ledgers, WIP analysis, revenue recognition, asset and intercompany reconciliations, and regulatory filings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 5+ years of accounting experience in construction.
• Strong GAAP knowledge and financial reporting.
• Experience with ERP/accounting systems (Sage/Viewpoint/Foundation/CMiC).

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review monthly financial statements and supporting schedules.
• Manage month-end and year-end close processes.
• Maintain general ledger accounts and ensure accuracy of journal entries.
• Perform construction job cost accounting and analyze project profitability.
• Monitor WIP schedules and percentage-of-completion accounting.
• Assist with revenue recognition in accordance with applicable accounting standards.
• Reconcile balance sheet, bank, and intercompany accounts.
• Review subcontractor pay applications, retainage, and project billings.
• Track and analyze labor, equipment, materials, and overhead costs.
• Support accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash management.
• Prepare and file sales and use tax reports and other regulatory filings.
• Assist with annual audits and tax preparation.
• Develop and improve accounting procedures and internal controls.
• Provide financial analysis and reporting to management and project teams.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Review project financial performance with PMs and operations.

Skills

Advanced Excel

GAAP knowledge

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Sage

Viewpoint

Foundation

CMiC

Job description

Position Summary

The Senior Accountant reports to the Controller and is responsible for overseeing day-to-day accounting operations and financial reporting for construction projects and related entities. This role ensures accurate job cost accounting, contract revenue recognition, monthly close processes, and compliance with GAAP and company policies. The Senior Accountant partners closely with project managers, operations teams, and leadership to support financial performance, project profitability, and informed business decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review monthly financial statements and supporting schedules
• Manage month-end and year-end close processes
• Maintain general ledger accounts and ensure accuracy of journal entries
• Perform construction job cost accounting and analyze project profitability
• Monitor work-in-progress (WIP) schedules and percentage-of-completion accounting
• Assist with revenue recognition in accordance with applicable accounting standards
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts, bank accounts, and intercompany accounts
• Review subcontractor pay applications, retainage, and project billings
• Track and analyze labor costs, equipment costs, materials, and overhead allocations
• Support accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash management functions
• Prepare and file sales and use tax reports and other regulatory filings
• Assist with annual audits and tax preparation
• Develop and improve accounting procedures and internal controls
• Provide financial analysis and reporting to management and project teams
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
• Partner closely with project managers and operational teams to review project financial performance and cost controls

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required
• 5+ years of accounting experience, preferably within the construction industry
• Strong understanding of construction accounting concepts including:
  • Job costing
  • WIP schedules
  • Percentage-of-completion accounting
  • Retainage accounting
  • Construction contract billing
• Knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting requirements
• Experience with ERP/accounting systems such as Sage, Viewpoint, Foundation, CMiC, or similar
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Preferred Skills

• Experience with multi-entity accounting
• Familiarity with lien waivers, subcontract agreements, and project compliance requirements
• Ability to communicate effectively with operations and project management teams
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional development opportunities

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.