Senior Accoutant (Contract)

Jobot Consulting; Rio Rancho (NM); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contract-to-hire

Construction exposure

Fast-paced workplace

Collaborative team

Job summary

Jobot Consulting in Rio Rancho, NM is seeking an experienced contract accounting professional to support a growing contracting company. This role focuses on month-end close, journal entries, and project financial tracking in a fast-paced environment.

You will work with operations and project teams, handle WIP schedules and completion accounting, and assist with audits and internal controls. A Bachelor's in Accounting and 3+ years of construction accounting experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of accounting experience, preferably in construction or contracting.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and general ledger accounting.
• Experience with job costing and project-based accounting.
• Familiarity with WIP reporting is a plus.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Sage, QuickBooks, or similar).
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field required.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end and year-end close processes.
• Prepare and review journal entries and general ledger activity.
• Perform complex account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
• Support job costing and project financial tracking.
• Assist with WIP schedules and percentage of completion accounting.
• Prepare financial reports and support management with analysis.
• Assist with audits and ensure compliance with internal controls.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with operations and project teams.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

General ledger

Job costing

WIP reporting

Accounting software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

Sage

QuickBooks

Job description

Job details:

Join a growing contracting company in a high-impact role where your accounting expertise is needed immediately. This Jobot Consulting Job is hosted by: Giulia Saier Salary: $30 - $40 per hour

A bit about us:

Our client is a well-established contracting company with a strong pipeline of projects and an immediate need for accounting support. This is a great opportunity to step into a fast-paced environment and make an impact right away.

Why join us?

• Competitive hourly compensation
• Opportunity for contract-to-hire potential
• Exposure to a growing construction business
• Fast-paced, hands‑on work environment
• Collaborative and supportive team

Job Details

Key Responsibilities

• Lead month-end and year-end close processes
• Prepare and review journal entries and general ledger activity
• Perform complex account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies
• Support job costing and project financial tracking
• Assist with WIP schedules and percentage of completion accounting
• Prepare financial reports and support management with analysis
• Assist with audits and ensure compliance with internal controls
• Collaborate cross-functionally with operations and project teams

Qualifications

• 3+ years of accounting experience, preferably in construction or contracting
• Strong understanding of GAAP and general ledger accounting
• Experience with job costing and project-based accounting
• Familiarity with WIP reporting is a plus
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Sage, QuickBooks, or similar)
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field required

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