Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant

U.S. Water Services Corporation is a well-established and diverse water and wastewater utility organization specializing in utility maintenance, operations, engineering, and construction services. U.S. Water is a fast-paced and rapidly expanding company headquartered in New Port Richey, Florida, with a staff of over 950 employees across twenty states.

Location: New Port Richey and Bradenton, FL

Employment Type: Full-Time | Multiple Locations

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly detail-oriented and self-driven Staff Accountant with strong experience in job cost accounting, work-in-progress (WIP) accruals, and revenue recognition/matching principles. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, project-based environment and is comfortable working both independently and collaboratively with project managers and contract administrators.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and reconcile job cost accounting records; ensure all costs are coded and allocated correctly to projects
• Oversee the full Accounts Payable life cycle from setting up vendors, maintaining strict controls around purchase order usage, and managing the AP aging
• Oversee the full Accounts Receivable process to ensure revenue is tracked accurately, and lead customer credit administration, monitor AR aging and lien process
• Assist with revenue recognition in compliance with GAAP, the matching principle, and percentage-of-completion accounting methods
• Prepare monthly WIP schedules, analyze over/under billings, and coordinate adjustments with project teams
• Support contract administration activities including change orders, billing schedules, retention tracking, and compliance documentation
• Collaborate with managers to review job performance, cost variances, and margin analysis
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and prepare journal entries, accruals, and month-end close tasks
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of supporting documentation for invoicing and audit purposes
• Assist with annual audits and special accounting projects as assigned
• Ability to work onsite at the Bradenton office approximately two days per week and the New Port Richey office(s) approximately three days per week, with regular travel between locations as required. A monthly vehicle allowance will be provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred and/or equivalent of 25 years of experience in job cost or project-based accounting, preferably within construction, engineering, utilities, or a related industry
• Strong understanding of GAAP and revenue recognition principles
• Experience with WIP reporting, cost accruals, and project billing processes
• Proficiency with accounting software, quickbooks, and ERP systems
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and data validation
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management skills
• Ability to work effectively under tight deadlines and manage multiple priorities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must be able to type 70 WPM with 95% accuracy

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and short/long-term disability coverage
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• 401(k) with company match
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
• Supportive and collaborative team environment

Equal Opportunity Employer

U.S. Water Services Corporation/USW Utility Group offers competitive wages and benefits and is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and make employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.