Senior Accountant

Competitive Edge Contracting is Arizona's largest playground construction company — built from the ground up by the people who actually do the work. We're installer-driven, heart-first, and proud of it. Thousands of projects in, we're now entering our next chapter: bringing in experienced leaders to help scale what we've built. If you want to join a company where your work has real weight, the culture has genuine roots, and what you build at the end of the day is a place where kids play — this is it. Role Description We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accountant to join our growing construction company based in Arizona. This is an on-site, full-time position that plays a critical role in maintaining the financial health and integrity of our operations. The ideal candidate brings hands‑on accounting experience from within the construction, engineering, or real estate development industry, and is comfortable working in a project‑driven environment where accuracy and timeliness are paramount. You’ll be empowered to shape the function from the ground up, not just maintain it. Pay $80,000 - $100,000 per year Key Responsibilities Maintain and reconcile the general ledger on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis Prepare financial statements including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements Assist in preparation of monthly management reports for leadership and project owners Support any annual financial audits and liaise with external auditors Job Costing & Project Accounting Track and allocate project costs across multiple active construction projects Monitor budgets vs. actuals on a per-project basis and flag variances to management Collaborate with project managers to ensure accurate and timely cost reporting Prepare and review Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules and overbilling/underbilling reports Accounts Payable & Receivable Oversee accounts payable including subcontractor payments, purchase orders, and lien waivers Manage accounts receivable including AIA billing, draw requests, and collections Ensure compliance with Arizona lien laws and contractor payment regulations Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner Payroll & Compliance Support payroll processing including certified payroll for prevailing wage projects Ensure compliance with Arizona state tax filings, sales tax, and use tax reporting Assist with insurance audits, bonding documentation, and licensing renewals Maintain compliance with GAAP and industry-specific accounting standards Systems & Process Improvement Work within accounting software and its features (QuickBooks, Quickbooks Time, Quickbooks Estimates) Collaborate with other teams’ software that integrate into accounting workflows (Monday.com) Identify opportunities to streamline accounting workflows and improve reporting accuracy Train and mentor junior accounting staff as needed Qualifications Required Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field 5+ years of progressive accounting experience Proficiency in construction accounting principles including job costing and WIP reporting Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP software Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to meet deadlines Preferred Prior experience in construction, general contracting, or a related industry Familiarity with Arizona-specific contractor licensing and tax requirements What We Offer Competitive salary commensurate with experience Paid time off Influence to shape the accounting function Collaborative, team-oriented work environment Work at the largest playground construction company in Arizona #J-18808-Ljbffr