Staff Accountant

Vaco
$31.00 - $34.00 / hr
United States, Connecticut, Shelton
Oct 31, 2024
Job Title: Staff Accountant Job Overview: Our client, a leading player in the construction industry, is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join theirfinance team. This role is crucial in managing financial records, ensuring the accuracy of project costs, and supporting our accounting functions tailored to the construction sector. The ideal candidate will have experience in construction accounting and a strong understanding of project-based financial management. Key Responsibilities: Project Cost Management: Track and manage costs associated with construction projects, including labor, materials, and subcontractors. Ensure accurate job costing and financial reporting for each project. General Ledger Maintenance: Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, ensuring accuracy and completeness in the context of construction activities. Billing and Collections: Prepare and issue client invoices based on contract terms, track accounts receivable, and follow up on outstanding payments. Accounts Payable: Process vendor invoices, manage accounts payable, and ensure timely payment for goods and services. Job Cost Reports: Generate and review detailed job cost reports, analyzing variances between budgeted and actual costs to provide insights for project managers. Contract Management: Assist in managing construction contracts, including verifying compliance with contract terms and monitoring project budgets. Bank Reconciliation: Perform regular reconciliations of bank statements, ensuring all transactions are accurately recorded and discrepancies resolved. Financial Reporting: Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and project profitability reports. Audit Support: Support internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations related to financial transactions and project costs. Compliance and Process Improvement: Ensure adherence to construction industry accounting standards and company policies. Identify opportunities for process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy. Qualifications: Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Experience: 1-3 years of accounting experience, preferably within the construction industry. Technical Skills: Proficiency in construction accounting software (e.g., Viewpoint, Sage 300 Construction and Real Estate) and strong Microsoft Excel skills. Knowledge: Solid understanding of construction accounting practices, including job costing, contract management, and revenue recognition. Attention to Detail: Excellent analytical skills with a focus on accuracy and thoroughness. Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with project managers, vendors, and other team members. Organization: Ability to handle multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and work independently in a fast-paced environment. Preferred Qualifications: CPA certification or progress toward certification is a plus. Familiarity with construction project management processes and financial controls is advantageous. How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit their resume and a cover letter outlining their qualifications and experience. Vaco values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. EEO Notice Vaco is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law. Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com . Vaco also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal. By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. 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Pay Transparency Notice Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to: the individual's skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certification requirements; office location and other geographic considerations; other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law, Vaco believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.