We are recruiting an experienced Accountant for a highly successful subcontractor construction company in the Folsom area. Our client offers a competitive salary, development opportunities, and an engaged and collaborative leadership team. This position will manage all aspects of accounting, including budgeting, accounts payable and receivable, payroll, general ledger postings, job cost analysis, and work-in-process reporting. Salary: $85,000-$105,000 DOE.

The qualified candidate will have strong job costing experience, a background in construction corporate accounting, and the ability to handle project-related accounting functions across single or multiple projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with the monthly financial close process, including standard journal entries, balance sheet, cash flow, and P&L reviews.
• Complete monthly accruals, variance analysis, and account reconciliations.
• Review, verify, and process all subcontractor and general condition-related payments associated with assigned projects.
• Be responsive and attentive to the requests and needs of internal and external clients, including vendors and subcontractors.
• Collaborate with the project team to monitor and review all project billing proofs, ensuring timely and accurate completion.
• Contribute to or lead the implementation of process improvements.
• Prepare journal entries to support month-end financial close activities.
• Reconcile and analyze balance sheet and income statement accounts.
• Communicate with the project team, vendors, subcontractors, and external parties to manage job cost requests and requirements, including waivers of lien, insurance, and any additional contractually required documents necessary to invoice clients or pay vendors.
• Assist with the job closeout process by verifying that outstanding costs have been recorded, final owner billings are issued, assisting with the collection of final billings, and determining when jobs can be closed in systems.
• Participate in special projects and ad-hoc reporting requests as needed.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field.
• 3+ years of job cost accounting experience, preferably in the construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of cost accounting principles, GAAP, and inventory accounting.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and the ability to use relevant accounting software and reporting systems.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to identify and resolve complex issues and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work as a team player and independently.