Staff Accountant

Atlantic Group; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing firm is looking for a Staff Accountant in Philadelphia, PA. This full-time, in-office role involves managing general ledger entries, AIA billing, and project financials. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree and up to 5 years of accounting experience, preferably in construction. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with Acumatica ERP and Procore are strongly preferred.

Qualifications

• Up to 5 years of accounting experience, preferably in construction accounting or AIA billing.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Familiarity with construction industry accounting practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries, reconcile accounts, and assist with month-end close.
• Manage invoices, payments, collections, and AIA billing.
• Track job costs and prepare WIP schedules for reporting.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Construction accounting

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Education

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

Tools

Acumatica ERP

Procore

Job description

Base pay range

$60,000.00/yr - $75,000.00/yr

Location: Philadelphia, PA

Schedule: Monday to Friday (In-Office)

Job Overview – Staff Accountant (Construction):

Our client is hiring a Staff Accountant (Construction) in Philadelphia, PA. This in-office role manages general ledger entries, AIA billing, subcontractor compliance, and project cost reconciliations. You will collaborate with project managers and operations teams in Procore and Acumatica ERP to deliver accurate financial reporting, forecasting, and variance analysis, supporting the success of construction projects.

Responsibilities

• General Accounting: Prepare and post journal entries, reconcile accounts, and assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close.
• AP/AR & Billing: Manage invoices, payments, collections, and AIA billing, including subcontractor compliance, lien waivers, and prevailing wage documentation.
• Project Financials: Track job costs, monitor budgets, and prepare WIP schedules to provide accurate reporting for project managers.
• Systems Management: Act as a power user of Acumatica ERP and Procore, driving workflow improvements, reporting, and integrations.
• Collaboration & Reporting: Partner with project teams to align financials with operations and prepare reports, forecasts, and variance analyses to support decision-making.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• Experience: Up to 5 years of accounting experience, with construction accounting, AIA billing, or project accounting strongly preferred.
• Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting software, with prior experience in Acumatica ERP and Procore strongly preferred.
• Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with construction industry accounting practices, including WIP reporting, job cost tracking, and prevailing wage documentation.
• Skills & Attributes: Strong analytical and organizational skills, detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy, and proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Application Notice

Qualified candidates will be contacted within 2 business days of application. If an applicant does not meet the above criteria, Atlantic Group will keep your resume on file for future opportunities and may contact you for further discussion.

Job Details

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Accounting/Auditing