Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant - Construction (Full-Time)

Drive Financial Accuracy. Support Operational Excellence.

Since 1977, Hickory Construction has delivered award-winning luxury homes and complex commercial projects across East Tennessee. We are known for integrity, craftsmanship, and disciplined execution. To support continued growth and financial operations, we are seeking a highly organized Staff Accountant to manage financial records, support accounting processes, and collaborate with leadership to ensure accuracy and efficiency across the organization.

This role is ideal for a proactive professional who thrives in a deadline-driven environment, communicates effectively, and works collaboratively to support company goals and financial integrity.

Key Responsibilities

Invoice Processing

• Enter all invoices into Paperless and route them to the appropriate team for coding.
• Export from paperless all approved invoices to the accounting system.
• Match invoices to purchase orders, subcontracts, and delivery receipts (2-way/3-way match).
• Verify invoice accuracy (pricing, quantities, math, job cost codes).

Subcontractor Compliance

• Collaborate with Project Team to ensure all lien waivers have been collected, tracked, and reconciled before releasing payment.
• Maintain current subcontractor documentation (W-9s, insurance certificates, licenses, bonds).
• Flag expired or missing compliance documents and follow up to obtain them.
• Track retainage withheld on subcontractor invoices.

Payments

• Prepare check runs, ACH batches, and joint checks for approval.
• Ensure payments align with approved pay applications and contract terms.
• Apply appropriate discounts and monitor payment due dates.
• Print, distribute, and file checks; obtain required signatures.

Vendor Management

• Set up and maintain vendor master files.
• Reconcile vendor statements and research discrepancies.
• Respond to vendor inquiries regarding payment status.
• Resolve invoice disputes and short-pays with vendors and PMs.

Recordkeeping & Support

• File and organize AP documentation (invoices, waivers, backup).
• Maintain accurate, audit-ready AP records.
• Assist with 1099 data collection and year-end processing.
• Help reconcile the AP aging and sub-ledger to the general ledger.
• Support the Staff Accountant II and CFO with month-end AP close and ad hoc requests.

Qualifications

Required

• 3+ years of accounting or financial operations experience.
• Strong knowledge of general accounting principles and financial record keeping.
• Experience with AR, AP, reconciliations, and general ledger processes.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.

Preferred

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Experience in construction or project-based accounting environments.
• Experience supporting payroll processes or commission reporting.
• Experience working with ERP or construction management software.

Why Hickory

• Long-standing reputation for quality and accountability.
• Architect-driven residential and commercial projects.
• Leadership team that values precision, collaboration, and operational excellence.
• Opportunity to support the financial foundation of company success.

Benefits

• 401k + 4% Matching
• Health Insurance (Employee Medical Premium paid for by Hickory)
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Reimbursement Account and Health Savings Account Options
• Long-Term Disability Insurance (Premium Paid for by Hickory)
• Life Insurance - $25,000 + EAP (Premium Paid for by Hickory)
• Six Paid Holidays
• 10 Days Paid Time Off
• Tech Package (Laptop, iPhone)

Hickory Construction, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, military status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.