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Johnson Service Group (IL)

Accounting Specialist

Johnson Service Group (IL), San Diego, California, United States, 92189

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Job Description

Johnson Service Group (JSG), has an immediate opportunity for a Construction Accounting Specialist with a fast paced growing company.

Contract to Hire | Onsite | $32 - $35/Hr. based on skills and experience

Join a dynamic and growing construction company as an Accounting Specialist supporting the day-to-day financial operations of our business. This role focuses primarily on Accounts Payable (A/P) while providing support across Accounts Receivable (A/R), general ledger, and construction accounting functions. You'll play a critical part in ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in our accounting processes while collaborating with internal project teams. Responsibilities:

Oversee all A/P activities including invoice review, coding, entry, and processing. Match purchase orders (POs) and route for approvals. Manage vendor payments, lien releases, and reconciliations. Support month-end close and reporting. Assist with payment posting and reconciliations. Ensure lien releases are processed and vendor inquiries are resolved promptly. Prepare journal entries, job costing, general ledger maintenance, and bank reconciliations. Create and maintain spreadsheets and standard financial reports. Support month-end close and subsidiary ledger reconciliations. Compile audit documentation and maintain internal controls. Research and resolve accounting discrepancies. Provide accounting support to internal project teams. Manage the accounting inbox and respond to inquiries. Act as backup to the Accounting Supervisor as needed. Experience:

1-2 years of construction accounting experience a must. 3+ years of Accounts Payable and Microsoft Excel experience. 2+ years in general ledger, ERP systems, and financial concepts. Proficiency with Microsoft 365 Suite; Plexxis experience a plus. Strong communication and organizational skills with excellent attention to detail. Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience). Bilingual in Spanish a plus. #D800 JSG offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance options, short-term disability, 401(k), weekly pay, and more. Johnson Service Group (JSG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. JSG provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Requirements

Construction