Staff Accountant

Viewpoint, Inc.; Apple Valley (MN); On-site; USD 43,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401K with employer contribution, match

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid Time Off + 8 holidays

Job summary

McNamara Companies is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounts payable, general ledger maintenance, and month-end close activities. The role focuses on accuracy of financial records, with responsibilities spanning journal entries, regulatory returns, and project accounting for multiple divisions.

The ideal candidate holds an associate degree in accounting or finance, has 2+ years of accounting experience (construction industry preferred), and is proficient in

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Accounting or Finance required
• 2+ years of accounting experience, preferably in the construction industry
• Solid understanding of GAAP principles
• Proficiency with accounting software (Viewpoint or similar ERP)
• Experience with Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP)
• Knowledge of job costing and construction project accounting is a plus
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to collaborate across departments and with external vendors/clients

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day accounts payable.
• Prepare and file sales tax and other regulatory returns for multiple entities.
• Support month-end and year-end closing processes and reconciliations.
• Prepare and post journal entries ensuring GAAP compliance.
• Provide billing and cash receipts recording and month-end accounting for divisions.
• Ensure accounting records are organized, complete, and compliant.
• Assist with special projects and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Accounting

GAAP knowledge

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Communication

Independence

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree in Accounting or Finance

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Viewpoint ERP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

AVR, a McNamara Company, is looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team. Key responsibilities include accounts payable, maintaining the general ledger, supporting month and year-end closing, assisting with account reconciliations, processing journal entries, and ensuring compliance with financial reporting requirements. This position plays a vital role in maintaining accurate financial records and supporting overall financial health for the organization.

Position Description

Position Description:

• Support with day-to-day accounts payable.
• Prepare and file sales tax and other regulatory returns in accordance with federal, state, and local guidelines for multiple entities.
• Support month-end and year-end closing processes, including assisting with monthly account reconciliations and resolving any discrepancies.
• Prepare and post journal entries ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP.
• Provide billing and cash receipts recording, and month-end accounting for various divisions.
• Ensure accounting records are organized, complete, and compliant.
• Assist with special projects and other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

Requirements:

• Associate degree in Accounting or Finance required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 2+ years of accounting experience, preferably in the construction industry.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles (GAAP).
• Proficiency with accounting software (e.g. Viewpoint, or similar ERP).
• Experience with Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and other functions).
• Knowledge of job costing and construction project accounting is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to collaborate across departments and with external vendors/clients.
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance plan options
• 401K retirement plan with employer contribution, match and profit sharing
• Life insurance, voluntary life insurance, dependent life coverage and voluntary accident coverage
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Paid Time Off for new employees + 8 company paid holidays

This position offers a starting range of $31.00 - 36.00 per hour with a bonus potential of up to $5,000 depending on experience.

Equal Opportunity Employer

McNamara Companies is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color or creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, affectional preference, disability, age, marital status, familial status, protected veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission dealing with discrimination, or any other protected class status.

McNamara Companies highly encourages Women, People of Color, Veterans and people of all abilities to apply.

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background checks and drug screening.