Staff Accountant

Bali Construction, Inc; South El Monte (CA); On-site; USD 91,693,000 - 110,318,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Sick leave

Holidays

401k retirement plan

ESOP

Job summary

Bali Construction, Inc is seeking a Staff Accountant to support the monthly close, oversee AP/AR, and provide accounting support to the Controller. The role includes hands-on project accounting within the construction environment and opportunities to grow expertise in construction accounting.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance and 1–2 years of accounting experience, with preference for construction industry exposure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• 1-2 years of accounting experience; prior construction industry experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Month-end close and GL reconciliations.
• Equipment and field imports and allocations.
• Verify, allocate, and post transactions.
• Credit card reconciliations.
• Bank reconciliations.
• Loan and depreciation schedule reconciliations.
• Review A/P and A/R transaction coding.
• Financial statement prep.
• Review financial reports for accuracy before publishing.
• Office Connector reports.
• Ad hoc reporting as needed.
• Research accounting and transaction questions from team members.

Skills

Excel

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Communication

Team player

Education

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

Tools

SAGE 300/Timberline

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The Staff Accountant will be instrumental in ensuring an efficient monthly financial close, overseeing accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR), and delivering comprehensive accounting support to the Controller. This position also involves hands-on project accounting responsibilities and valuable opportunities to advance expertise in construction accounting.

Who We Are:

Bali Construction has been a licensed general engineering contractor since 1987, serving national and regional customers throughout Southern California; our exceptional team is vital to our success. Bali is the preferred utility subcontractor within the Metropolitan Los Angeles area for the most complex and demanding commercial and municipal projects. Our skilled employees stand behind their work, and our customers can confidently rely on the critical systems that we build. Bali recently became a 100% employee-owned company through an S corporation ESOP company.

Our compensation package includes, but is not limited to:

Bali provides health and life insurance, paid vacation, sick time, holidays, a 401k retirement plan, a flexible and dynamic team environment, and participation in an ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)

Compensation: $32–$38.50 per hour, DPE and Qualifications

Major Responsibilities (Essential Job Functions):

Month-End Close Support

• Month-end close and GL reconciliations
• Equipment and field imports and allocations
• Verify, allocate, and post transactions
• Credit card reconciliations
• Bank reconciliations
• Loan and depreciation schedule reconciliations
• Review of A/P and A/R transaction coding
• Financial statement prep
• Review financial reports for accuracy before publishing
• Office Connector reports
• Ad hoc reporting as needed
• Research accounting and transaction questions from team members

Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable

• Support the oversight of accounts payable, ensuring proper coding, accurate entries, and timely payments.
• Troubleshoot AP issues independently and coach others on best practices when needed.
• Manage accounts receivable collections, ensuring timely follow-up on outstanding balances and resolving discrepancies.

General Accounting Tasks

• Reconcile financial accounts, including cash disbursement accounts and customer accounts, to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Run ad hoc financial reports as requested by the Controller or Accounting Manager, particularly for general accounting and AP/AR functions.

Credit Card Management

• Assist the Accounting Manager with monthly credit card transactions:
• Verify, allocate, and post transactions as needed.
• Reconcile statements and promptly resolve any discrepancies.

Confidentiality and Compliance

• Protect the organization’s value by keeping financial and business information confidential.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• Experience: 1-2 years of accounting experience; prior construction industry experience is a plus.

Skills:

Proficiency in accounting software (experience with SAGE 300/Timberline is a plus). Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to troubleshoot independently and collaborate effectively with a team. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

Attributes:

• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.
• Team player
• Able to navigate complex and vague data
• Measured approach to problem-solving

Work Conditions

Office Environment – sitting at a desk; physical requirements such as climbing, standing, stooping, or typing. Ability to lift 5-20 pounds occasionally.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.