Senior Accountant

The Senior Accountant is responsible for all aspects of job cost accounting for commercial construction projects, including budgets, contracts, subcontractor and owner invoices, issue resolution, and monthly reporting and analysis. Partners with and supports project teams in monitoring the financial performance of our jobs. The Senior Accountant also contributes to the accounting team by performing general accounting functions, such as supporting the yearly audit, tax preparation, year-end close, and maintaining cash position and projections.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Project AccountingMaintain job cost for multiple construction projects from pre-construction to close-out. Includes monitoring budgets and commitments, processing subcontractor and vendor invoices, preparing drafts of owner invoices, and resolving issues. Projects may be complex, vary in size/scope/dollar value, or have special requirements.Project Management SupportPartner with the project manager and other team members to monitor overall project financial status. Prepare for and attend progress meetings with project teams. Gather Work in Place (WIP) reports from Project Executives to compile into the master WIP (firm wide WIP schedule).Perform analysis to identify errors, inconsistencies, etc.Prepare monthly financial report with current profitability estimates and identify risks and opportunities. General AccountingSupport a range of general accounting responsibilities.Maintain cash position and assist in projection.Contribute to monthly and year-end close processes; prepares entries, workpapers, financial statements, and conducts analysis. Support the annual audit and ta preparation.Provide general accounting support to other business entities including real estate holdings, a 503(c), etc.Process ImprovementsContinually look to identify and implement process improvements to gain efficiency and adapt to external or internal changes. Effectively leverage technology to advance business needs. Essential Skills and Experience: BS Degree in Accounting5+ years of accounting experiencePrior experience with a general contractor strongly preferredFamiliarity with Sage CRE 300/Timberline, Timberscan, Procore, a plusExpert level Excel skills required.Highly accountableStrong attention to detailHigh integrity; trustworthyHolds self to high standard of excellenceInterested in continually learning and developing skillsWilling to visit jobsites and educate themselves about the industryWork Environment, Equipment, and Physical Demands: The physical demands listed below are representative of those that will be required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Continuous standing, walking, and sitting throughout the day.Some light lifting of up to 25 pounds may be required.Continuous typing and viewing of a computer screen required.Must be able to calmly and effectively work in high stress situations.Compensation: Base salary - $90,000-$115,000Phone allowanceWe offer a competitive benefits package for all eligible employeesBonus opportunityTotal compensation commensurate with experience and background