MGR
Accountant - Construction Specialist
Construction firm specializing in commercial and residential projects. With a reputation for excellence and a commitment to quality, we are seeking a skilled and experienced Full-time Accountant to join our financial team.
Job Overview
We are looking for a detail-oriented and highly organized Full-time Accountant with expertise in construction accounting and job costing. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in maintaining accurate financial records, analyzing costs, and providing valuable insights to support decision-making processes within our organization. This role will work directly with the Controller.
Key Responsibilities
- General Accounting:
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records for the company
- Prepare and post journal entries
- Reconcile bank statements and other financial accounts
- Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes
- Assist in month-end and year-end closing procedures
- Prepare financial statements and reports
- Construction-specific Accounting:
- Implement and maintain job costing systems for construction projects
- Track and analyze project costs, including materials, labor, and overhead
- Prepare and maintain work-in-progress (WIP) schedules
- Monitor and report on project profitability
- Assist in the preparation of bid estimates and project budgets
- Manage construction-specific financial reporting requirements
- Job Costing:
- Develop and maintain job cost accounting systems
- Allocate direct and indirect costs to specific projects
- Analyze variances between estimated and actual costs
- Prepare job cost reports for management review
- Collaborate with project managers to ensure accurate cost tracking
- Identify areas for cost savings and process improvements
- Financial Analysis and Reporting:
- Conduct financial analysis to support management decision-making
- Prepare and present financial reports to senior management
- Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and forecasts
Required Background
- Bachelors degree
- Minimum 4 years in a recent staff accountant role
- Must have recent construction industry accounting background
Company located on NW side of San Antonio, in-office role. Company does offer benefits.