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Crofton Diving Corporation

Staff Accountant

Crofton Diving Corporation, Portsmouth, Virginia, United States, 23703

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Job Summary Crofton offers industry leading solutions above and below the waterline, combining comprehensive expertise in all facets of commercial diving, marine construction, and crane rental & rigging. We execute our projects with safety and integrity. Crofton is a growing company with a highly collaborative and dynamic work environment. Our team members work vigorously to meet our customers’ needs. No two days are the same! Crofton is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Staff Accountant to join our team. The ideal Staff Accountant will have a strong knowledge of the full accounting life cycle, with a background in accounting for the construction industry, possessing a solid understanding of payroll, AR, AP, and job costing. This role will prepare and maintain financial records and the general ledger to track the organization’s assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liabilities, and other related financial activities.

Duties / Responsibilities

Assists with payroll processing and performs general cost accounting and related tax filings.

Codes invoices, sets up new accounts, reconciles, and assists with monthly and year end books.

Assists Project Managers with project budget analysis, project costs, profitability, and reporting.

Processes and tracks subcontractor invoices and payments.

Reviews and approves vendor invoices related to specific projects.

Process and verify vendor invoices, ensuring proper coding and approvals.

Prepares and submits accurate and timely client billings, including AIA documents, progress billing, and follows up on past due client/vendor invoices.

Gathers necessary account information and documentation for annual audits.

Maintains and updates job cost ledgers, ensuring all project related job costs are accurately recorded.

Processes and manages lien waivers from subcontractors and vendors.

Prepares and processes weekly payment runs.

Files tax forms with federal, state, and local government agencies.

Manages and reconciles company credit card expenses.

Performs other accounting duties as assigned.

Required Skills / Abilities

Knowledge of general financial accounting and cost accounting.

Strong knowledge of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) as they apply to the construction industry.

High skill level in PC usage and software including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).

Strong analytical prowess with keen attention to detail.

Proficiency in construction accounting software (e.g., Sage 300 CRE, Heavybid).

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, or related field, preferred.

2+ years of significant experience in accounting, finance, or a related field.

At least 1 year of construction experience is required.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.

Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.

Prolonged periods of sitting and working on a computer.

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