Senior Accountant

LHH is partnering with a well-established and growing construction company in the Sacramento area seeking a Senior Accountant to join their team. This is a high-impact role supporting financial operations, project accounting, and leadership reporting in a fast-paced, project-driven environment. If you have strong job costing experience, month-end close ownership, and construction industry exposure , this is an excellent opportunity to step into a visible role with growth potential. Key Responsibilities: Manage full-cycle accounting, including month-end and year-end close Prepare and review financial statements (balance sheet, income statement, cash flow) Perform general ledger reconciliations and maintain account accuracy Support and oversee job costing, WIP schedules, and project financial tracking Partner with Project Managers to analyze project budgets vs. actuals and forecast performance Prepare and post journal entries , accruals, and intercompany transactions Assist with audit preparation and collaborate with external auditors Monitor and improve internal controls and accounting processes Support cash flow management, banking activity, and treasury functions Generate ad hoc financial reports, variance analysis, and forecasting models Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field 4–7+ years of progressive accounting experience Construction, project-based, or job costing experience required Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting Hands-on experience with month-end close and financial statement preparation Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Viewpoint, Sage, or similar) preferred CPA or CPA-eligible is a plus Employment type: Contract If interested in this position apply today and send your resume to View email address on click.appcast.io Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: The California Fair Chance Act Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria. #J-18808-Ljbffr