Staff Accountant
Robert Half Finance & Accounting
Description We are looking for a meticulous Staff Accountant to join a growing construction company in Colorado Springs, Colorado. This role is pivotal in ensuring accurate financial management, supporting operational processes, and maintaining project cost integrity. Ideal candidates will have hands-on accounting expertise and a deep understanding of job costing methodologies.
Responsibilities:
• Oversee daily accounting tasks, including accounts payable and receivable, bank reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance.
• Monitor and manage job cost tracking, ensuring accurate cost allocation and financial reporting for projects.
• Execute month-end processes such as journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations, and variance analyses.
• Process subcontractor invoices, verify lien waivers, and ensure compliance with necessary documentation.
• Prepare detailed financial reports for leadership, project managers, and other stakeholders.
• Support budgeting and forecasting activities, including cash flow management and tracking.
• Collaborate with project managers to address discrepancies and uphold cost accuracy across projects.
• Maintain compliance with internal controls, accounting standards, and industry practices.
• Assist in audits, year-end reporting, and efforts to improve financial processes.
• Contribute to revenue recognition schedules and other project-related financial activities. Requirements • Proficiency in corporate tax, including preparation and filing.
• Strong knowledge of sales tax regulations and compliance.
• Experience preparing corporate tax returns with attention to detail.
• Expertise in journal entries and general ledger management.
• Solid understanding of job costing principles and project-based accounting.
• Familiarity with budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting processes.
• Ability to ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal controls.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills for working with project managers and leadership.
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