Temporary Construction Accountant

GHJ Search and Staffing serves as the recruitment division of GHJ, a prominent national accounting and advisory firm. Our team provides qualified Accounting and Finance professionals on a temporary and permanent basis across a broad range of industries. GHJ’s relationship with our Global Advisory and Accounting Network provides the resources needed to better understand client’s needs, attract a higher caliber of candidates and assess candidate potential. A growing organization is seeking an experienced Construction Accountant to provide interim support to its accounting function. This is a great opportunity for a hands-on construction accounting professional who can step in quickly, work directly with the CFO, and take ownership of key accounting responsibilities, with the potential to transition into a permanent position. The Temporary Construction Accountant will support day-to-day accounting with a particular focus on construction-related accounting, WIP, and job costing. The ideal candidate is comfortable working independently, researching discrepancies, and delivering accurate work within established deadlines. Key Responsibilities Support day-to-day accounting functions and financial processesAssist with WIP (Work in Progress) accounting and job costingMaintain accurate accounting records and financial reportingUse Excel to organize, analyze, and reconcile financial informationResearch and resolve accounting discrepancies and issuesPartner directly with the CFO on accounting projects and special requestsCommunicate accounting and financial information clearly to managementEnsure accounting deliverables are completed accurately and on schedule Qualifications Construction accounting experience requiredStrong understanding of accounting principles and processesWIP and job costing experience strongly preferredSage Construction Software experience is a significant plusStrong Microsoft Excel skillsExcellent analytical and problem-solving abilitiesStrong attention to detail and accuracyAbility to work independently and manage deadlines effectively Why Join? Opportunity to work directly with the CFO and make an immediate impactHands-on exposure across construction accounting, WIP, and job costingPotential to transition from temporary to a permanent positionOpportunity to take ownership in an environment that values accuracy and independence #GHJSS We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.