POSITION SCOPE AND ORGANIZATIONAL IMPACT
The Staff Accountant is responsible for reviewing project contracts and agreements to ensure accurate financial reporting. This role provides critical support during the month-end closing process, specifically focusing on contract value and profit validation for the Work in Progress (WIP) report. Additionally, the Staff Accountant plays a key role in the preparation of the monthly consolidated financial package.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage, track, and reconcile all project contract values, ensuring all documentation is current and accurate
- Oversee the setup and ongoing maintenance of all jobs within the financial system
- Prepare and analyze the monthly Work in Progress (WIP) report to ensure accurate revenue recognition and project profitability
- Perform regular reconciliations between various financial reporting tools and the core accounting system to identify, investigate, and resolve discrepancies
- Assist in the preparation of monthly financial statements and perform comprehensive general ledger account reconciliations
- Provide guidance to finance support staff and serve as a primary point of contact for financial inquiries from field offices
- Support the annual external audit process by preparing necessary schedules and providing requested documentation
- Execute additional accounting tasks and special projects as assigned by management
- Perform other duties as assigned
EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is preferred; equivalent professional experience will be considered
- Previous experience in construction accounting or a project-based environment is highly desirable
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with data analysis software; familiarity with construction-specific ERP systems (e.g., CMiC) is a plus
- Exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational habits, and the ability to solve complex problems effectively
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with both corporate and field personnel
- A self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, high-energy environment and can manage multiple deadlines simultaneously