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Ledgent

Senior Project Accountant

Ledgent, Concord, California, us, 94527

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Base pay range $100,000.00/yr - $130,000.00/yr

Helping Bay Area companies Build Accounting and Finance Teams and professionals in their job search. 925-400-7710. Slang@ledgent.com

Senior Project Accountant - Construction Ledgent Finance & Accounting's client is actively seeking a Senior Accountant to join their dynamic team in California. This role offers an exciting opportunity to support the company's financial operations within the construction industry. The successful candidate will be an integral part of the finance team, working closely with key stakeholders, and contributing to the company's growth and success. This opportunity is for a Senior Accountant/Senior Project Accountant, with construction experience, to move into a junior controller role eventually.

Position Overview The Senior Accountant will play a key role in supporting the company's financial operations. This individual will be responsible for reviewing contracts, managing collections, supporting lien release processes, preparing WIP schedules, and maintaining accurate financial statements. The role also includes responsibility for payroll for approximately 150 employees, distinct from the payroll administrator's duties.

Key Responsibilities

Review and analyze contracts

Manage collections

Coordinate lien release activities

Prepare and analyze WIP reports

Maintain balance sheet and income statement accuracy

Prepare aging reports

Handle payroll for approximately 150 employees

Support general accounting and month-end activities

Ideal Candidate

A team-oriented professional with a strong work ethic

Someone who embraces a work hard, play hard environment and participates in company activities

Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills

Able to thrive in a fully on-site, fast-paced environment

Ready to grow into a Controller role if coming from a Senior Accountant or Accounting Manager position

Compensation and Benefits Compensation:

$100,000-$125,000 per year

Benefits:

Competitive salary, bonus potential, and strong company culture.

Work Hours Monday to Friday, flexible start time as early as 7:00 AM. This position is 100% on‑site, providing a collaborative and engaging work environment. If you are a driven accounting professional looking for a rewarding opportunity to advance your career, this role could be the perfect fit.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.

Seniority level Mid‑Senior level

Employment type Full‑time

Job function Accounting/Auditing

Industries Building Construction

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