Senior Accountant

We’re hiring a Senior Accountant to lead our general ledger and core financial operations. This role plays a pivotal part in ensuring our financial records are complete, accurate, and compliant with accounting standards. The ideal candidate will be hands-on with monthly close activities, reconciliations, and financial reporting, while also guiding junior team members and improving processes across the accounting function.Team LeadershipProvide oversight and support to team members, including the Accounts Payable Specialist and Project AccountantOffer mentorship and training to foster team growth and collaborationCore ResponsibilitiesManage all aspects of monthly and year-end close activities, ensuring deadlines are met and entries are accuratePrepare journal entries and maintain general ledger integrity across all accountsReconcile balance sheet and income statement accounts with appropriate documentationReview and analyze financial performance, providing variance analysis and insights to leadershipPrepare and refine financial statements, reports, and account schedulesConduct ongoing comparisons of actual performance vs. budget, identifying and explaining key variancesEvaluate transactions for proper accounting treatment and ensure adherence to GAAPParticipate in fixed asset tracking, including depreciation and amortization schedulesLead review of P&L and balance sheet activity for errors or misclassificationsMaintain cash flow support schedules and contribute to short-term cash forecastingPartner with other departments to provide financial information and answer questionsTake ownership of accounting tasks for special projects and cross-functional initiativesSupport audit preparation by gathering documentation and coordinating responsesHelp assess internal controls and identify opportunities for improvementAssist with insurance audits and reconcile employee benefits records to ensure proper financial captureWhat You BringBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related disciplineProven accounting experience within the construction industry; familiarity with WIP accounting is essentialExperience supporting a business with $40M+ in revenue preferredStrong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and general ledger functionsProficiency in Microsoft Excel and comfort working with multiple financial systems; Sage experience is a plusAnalytical mindset with a focus on accuracy and attention to detailStrong communication skills with the ability to explain financial data to various teamsOrganized, dependable, and able to manage competing priorities with minimal oversightLeadership ability and a proactive mindset to coach team members and improve processes