Part-Time Accountant

Crete United is a nationwide network of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing companies focused on building stronger businesses, supporting our people, and delivering exceptional service to our customers. We are seeking an experienced Part-Time Accountant to join the Crete United team and provide dedicated accounting support to one of our partner companies, Emerald Built Environments. This position will support daily accounting activities, month-end close, financial reporting, and project-related accounting. The role is well suited for a detail-oriented accounting professional who can work independently, identify discrepancies, and confidently respond to questions from operational and financial leaders. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Viewpoint Spectrum, general ledger accounting, bank reconciliations, accruals, and financial statement preparation. Experience within construction, mechanical services, or another project-based business is strongly preferred. Responsibilities Enter and review daily banking transactionsRecord bank-related payroll entriesEnter daily cash sweeps and intercompany transactionsRecord and maintain prepaid expenses and related amortization schedulesEnter and reconcile transactions from RampPrepare and record monthly accruals, including project-related accrualsReconcile all bank accounts and investigate discrepanciesPrepare occasional ACH payments and support the ACH approval processReview accounting activity and reclassify incorrect or improperly coded entriesPrepare and post monthly journal entriesComplete balance sheet reconciliations and maintain supporting documentationPrepare and review preliminary and final monthly financial statementsAnalyze income statement trends and identify unusual activity or variancesParticipate in monthly forecasting meetings and FP&A callsResearch and respond to questions involving jobs, financial results, and accounting activityPartner with operational leaders to support accurate job-cost and financial reportingAssist with training, accounting procedures, and the development of standard operating proceduresComplete ad hoc accounting projects and reporting requests as needed Qualifications 3+ years of progressive accounting experienceHands-on experience using Viewpoint SpectrumStrong knowledge of general ledger accounting, accruals, journal entries, and month-end closeExperience preparing financial statements and balance sheet reconciliationsExperience with job costing or project-based accounting strongly preferredExperience with Ramp or a similar expense-management platform is a plusProficiency in Microsoft ExcelStrong analytical skills and attention to detailAbility to identify, research, and correct accounting discrepanciesAbility to work independently, prioritize responsibilities, and meet monthly deadlinesStrong written and verbal communication skillsAssociate or bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred; equivalent professional experience will be considered Location: Charlotte, NC, In office Position Schedule: Part-time, approximately 25 hours per week Crete United is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.