Staff Accountant - Construction

About the Role

A critical priority for this role is building our inventory processes from the ground up. You will lead the selection, setup, and rollout of a modern inventory tracking system as we scale, while also overseeing day-to-day accounting functions in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the selection, setup, and rollout of a modern inventory tracking system; establish best practices for physical inventory counts, raw material tracking, and valuation.
• Oversee day-to-day accounting functions, including general ledger maintenance, accounts payable/receivable, job costing, and month-end closing procedures.
• Leverage QuickBooks, ADP, and Excel to drive efficient bookkeeping, payroll processing, and financial reporting.
• Analyze financial and job data to identify variances and present actionable solutions without sugarcoating realities.
• Proactively support cross-functional teams by filling gaps where financial, inventory, or administrative assistance is needed.
• Defend organizational interests and team integrity through accurate reporting, audit readiness, and sound financial stewardship.
• Navigate fast-paced, multi-faceted challenges across job costing, steel inventory management, and vendor/subcontractor workflows.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (Required).
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience; background in construction or manufacturing is strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks, ADP, and advanced Excel for streamlined bookkeeping and reporting.
• Demonstrated experience or strong eagerness to implement and manage an inventory system from scratch.

Skills

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and time management skills with a high attention to detail.
• Self-starter with high accountability and a direct, reality-based approach to financial reporting.
• Team-first mindset with a willingness to support peers and protect shared goals.
• Adaptability to thrive under pressure, handle shifting priorities, and excel in a high-energy environment.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses, but final hiring decisions are made by humans.