We are recruiting for an Accountant to join a highly successful construction company. This position will be responsible for accounts payable and receivable, payroll, general ledger postings, job cost analysis, and work-in-process reporting. 100% onsite in Rancho Cordova. Pay Range: $65k - $75k DOE.

The qualified candidate will have strong job costing and QuickBooks experience in construction industry, and strong accounts receivable and accounts payable skills.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare journal entries to support month-end financial close activities.
• Perform accounts receivable duties related to customer billings, collections, and customer payments.
• Process invoices and monthly credit card charges. 
• Assist with payroll processing as requested. 
• Complete monthly accruals, variance analysis, and account reconciliations.
• Review, verify, and process all subcontractor and general condition-related payments associated with assigned projects.
• Respond 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.
• 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, business license compliance and any additional contractually required documents necessary to invoice clients or pay vendors.
• Manage new customer/new job set up and post data to job sheets. 
• Assist with the job closeout process by verifying that outstanding costs have been recorded, final billings are issued, assist with the collection of final billings, and determine 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 required.
• 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 QuickBooks accounting software.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.