Senior Accountant (Construction)

Build Group, Inc; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Build Group, Inc., based in Walnut Creek, seeks a Senior Accountant to own core accounting functions across multiple construction projects. You will support month-end close, analyze job costs, and ensure timely GAAP‑compliant reporting.

The ideal candidate has hands‑on construction accounting experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate with project teams and operations to drive improvements and accuracy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (preferred).
• Minimum 4 years of accounting experience, with construction accounting experience strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of construction accounting, job costing, WIP reporting, and percentage‑of‑completion accounting.
• Hands‑on experience with Procore, Sage 300 CRE/Timberline, Textura, or similar construction accounting software (preferred).
• Strong Excel skills and general computer proficiency.
• Working knowledge of GAAP and general ledger accounting.
• Experience with month‑end close, account reconciliations, journal entries, and financial reporting.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies independently.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills, with the ability to work effectively with accounting, project management, and operations teams.
• Detail‑oriented, self‑directed, and comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while consistently meeting deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Own key accounting functions, including general ledger activity, account reconciliations, and month‑end close processes.
• Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Assist in reconciliation of vendor statements, investigate discrepancies, and coordinate resolution with project teams and vendors.
• Collaborate with financial reporting, audits, tax support, and other accounting initiatives.
• Assist in reviewing and reconcile intercompany transactions and balances across related entities.
• Maintain accurate financial records and documentation in accordance with company policies and GAAP.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls, and reporting.
• Take ownership of assigned projects and accounting functions while effectively managing competing priorities and deadlines.

Skills

Construction accounting

Job costing

WIP reporting

GAAP knowledge

Excel skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

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

Tools

Procore

Sage 300 CRE/Timberline

Textura

Job description

Build Group is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant with strong construction accounting knowledge who is ready to take ownership of key accounting functions and support the financial operations of a growing construction organization. This role will be responsible for performing complex accounting activities, supporting month-end close, analyzing job costs and financial results, and ensuring accurate and timely reporting across multiple projects and entities.

The ideal candidate has hands‑on construction accounting experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to independently identify and resolve issues. This position will work closely with project teams, and other members of the accounting department and will have opportunities to take on increasing responsibility within the organization. If you've worked in construction finance, are sharp on the details, and want to grow with a fast‑moving company, we want to hear from you.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Own key accounting functions, including general ledger activity, account reconciliations, and month‑end close processes
• Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules
• Assist in reconciliation of vendor statements, investigate discrepancies, and coordinate resolution with project teams and vendors
• Collaborate with financial reporting, audits, tax support, and other accounting initiatives
• Assist in reviewing and reconcile intercompany transactions and balances across related entities
• Maintain accurate financial records and documentation in accordance with company policies and GAAP
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls, and reporting
• Take ownership of assigned projects and accounting functions while effectively managing competing priorities and deadlines

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field a plus
• Minimum 4 years of accounting experience, with construction accounting experience strongly preferred
• Strong understanding of construction accounting, job costing, WIP reporting, and percentage‑of‑completion accounting
• Hands‑on experience with Procore, Sage 300 CRE/Timberline, Textura, or similar construction accounting software preferred
• Strong Excel skills and general computer proficiency
• Working knowledge of GAAP and general ledger accounting
• Experience with month‑end close, account reconciliations, journal entries, and financial reporting
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies independently
• Excellent communication and organizational skills, with the ability to work effectively with accounting, project management, and operations teams
• Detail‑oriented, self‑directed, and comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while consistently meeting deadlines

This position description is a summary and not a complete representation of the position; the essential functions of the position may change as duties are assigned.

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Equal Opportunity Employment: Build Group provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment, free from unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other status or condition protected by local, state or federal law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, training, orientation, placement, discipline, promotion, transfer, position elimination, rehire, benefits, compensation, retirement and termination. As an equal opportunity employer, Build Group seeks to hire employees based solely on their qualifications and abilities.