Senior Accountant

About the Role

Our client is a leading multi-billion employee‑owned construction firm with a long history of delivering complex, high‑profile projects across a diverse portfolio. They are seeking a senior‑level accounting professional who can elevate financial oversight and strengthen project‑level discipline. In this role, your work will guide budget decisions, support field teams, and give leadership the clarity needed to drive successful outcomes.

• Lead full‑cycle accounting for active construction projects, owning everything from budget setup to closeout
• Track job costs and field activity in real time, surfacing that help project teams stay ahead of risks and overruns
• Maintain tight cost controls by monitoring commitments, change orders, and forecast updates
• Interpret key commercial terms in project contracts and ensure financial expectations are clear across the team
• Deliver crisp, timely reporting that gives leadership a true picture of project health
• Ensure accurate coding and documentation for labor, subcontractors, equipment, and third‑party costs
• Manage progress billings and project‑related invoicing as part of the broader accounting cycle
• Reconcile job costs and support compliance requirements to keep financials clean, accurate, and audit‑ready

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field preferred
• Demonstrated experience in project accounting within the construction space
• Strong understanding of construction accounting fundamentals, including job cost management, over/under billings, cash flow forecasting, and revenue recognition
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and fluency with ERP systems, with the ability to leverage technology and job cost data for smarter financial management

Join an employee‑owned firm where your decisions drive real value including your own. Enjoy a competitive total rewards package with bonus opportunities and profit sharing, plus a flexible hybrid schedule with just 2 days onsite per week. You’ll have the balance you want while staying connected to the projects and teams that matter.