Construction Accountant

About the role

Join a well-established construction organization seeking an experienced Construction Accountant to support a growing accounting team. This opportunity is ideal for someone who understands construction accounting, job costing, and project-based financial environments and can contribute with minimal ramp-up time. Experience with Vista and strong Microsoft Excel skills are highly preferred.

We are a respected and financially stable organization with a long-standing presence in California's construction industry. Our team supports a diverse portfolio of construction-related operations and is committed to delivering high-quality service through collaboration, accountability, and operational excellence.

Why join us

• Established & Stable Organization – Join a company with a strong reputation and long history of success.
• Opportunity to Make an Impact – Work closely with accounting leadership and contribute to important financial operations.
• Temp-to-Hire Potential – Demonstrate your abilities and position yourself for long-term career growth.
• Collaborative Team Environment – Become part of a supportive team where accuracy, accountability, and teamwork are valued.
• Consistent Schedule – Enjoy regular business hours with a predictable Monday-Friday schedule.
• Professional Development – Gain exposure to complex construction accounting processes, job costing, and project financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough cost analysis, and manage work-in-progress (WIP) reports to monitor project costs and profitability.
• Utilize Vista ERP and Viewpoint Vista to manage and maintain accurate financial records.
• Leverage advanced Microsoft Excel skills to create and manage complex financial models and reports.
• Oversee general ledger functions and perform account reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial data.
• Prepare and present comprehensive financial reports, contributing to strategic decision-making processes.
• Manage month-end close procedures, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Oversee accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely processing and payment.
• Track budgets, manage job cost reporting, and perform cost tracking to ensure financial efficiency.
• Prepare and post journal entries, ensuring accurate reflection of company financial transactions.
• Collaborate with team members and other departments, contributing to a positive and productive work environment.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in construction accounting or a related field.
• Proficiency in cost analysis, WIP, Vista ERP, Viewpoint Vista, and Microsoft Excel.
• Solid knowledge of general ledger functions, account reconciliations, financial reporting, month-end close, accounts payable and receivable.
• Experience with budget tracking, job cost reporting, and cost tracking.
• Familiarity with the construction industry and its unique financial challenges and requirements.
• Ability to prepare and post journal entries accurately and efficiently.
• Strong attention to detail, with a commitment to accuracy and quality in all tasks.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
• Punctuality and reliability, with a commitment to meeting deadlines and delivering results.
• Strong team player, with the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues at all levels.
• Experience with account reconciliation and forecasting to support strategic financial planning.

Pay

$72,000 - $76,000 per year

Schedule

Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM