Staff Accountant

Hawkins Construction Company; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Medical and Dental

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Performance Based Bonuses

Job summary

Hawkins Construction Company is hiring a Staff Accountant in Omaha, Nebraska. Responsibilities include maintaining financial records, supporting month-end close processes, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and 1–3 years of accounting experience.

The role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities. The company offers benefits including competitive salary, medical and dental coverage, paid time off, and performance-based bonuses.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of accounting experience.
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable and/or accounts receivable transactions.
• Prepare and maintain general ledger entries.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes.
• Reconcile bank statements and balance sheet accounts.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies.
• Support internal and external audits by providing documentation.
• Analyze financial data and identify discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Assist with special accounting projects and process improvement initiatives.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Analytical Thinking

Organizational Skills

Integrity & Confidentiality

Time Management

Problem-Solving Abilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent

Job description

Hawkins Construction Company is committed to providing the very best in professional construction services. The most important factor in meeting this goal is our people. Our success is driven by employing people who represent the best in the industry.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Staff Accountant prepares and maintains financial records, ensures accuracy in financial reporting, and supports month-end and year-end closing processes. This individual will work closely with the Assistant Controller and other accounting staff to support the company's accounting and financial operations.

TYPICAL DUTIES

• Process accounts payable and/or accounts receivable transactions
• Prepare and maintain general ledger entries
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes
• Reconcile bank statements and balance sheet accounts
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies
• Support internal and external audits by providing documentation
• Analyze financial data and identify discrepancies
• Maintain accurate records and documentation
• Assist with special accounting projects and process improvement initiatives as assigned

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 1–3 years of accounting experience
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

• Familiarity with tax regulations and reporting

TRAITS

• Attention to Detail
• Analytical Thinking
• Organizational Skills
• Integrity & Confidentiality
• Time Management
• Problem-Solving Abilities

BENEFITS

• Competitive Salary (based on experience)
• Medical and Dental
• Life Insurance, AD&DD and LTD
• FSA (Dependent Care)
• Profit Sharing Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Performance Based Bonuses
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discount Program

Hawkins Construction Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to diversity in our workforce. It is our policy to attract and retain the best-qualified people available, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability or status as a Special Disabled Veteran, Vietnam Era Veteran or other qualifying veteran. Diverse employees/candidates are encouraged to respond. Hawkins Construction Company is committed to developing and maintaining a workplace which reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.

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