Sr. Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Staff Accountant to join a Contract assignment supporting accounting operations in Charlotte, North Carolina. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented finance specialist who can manage core accounting activities, uphold reporting accuracy, and work closely with operational and leadership teams in a fast-moving construction environment. The role contributes to reliable financial reporting across residential building, land-related activity, and broader corporate accounting processes.

Responsibilities:

• Manage journal entry preparation, ledger maintenance, and detailed account analysis to support accurate financial records.

• Contribute to monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities by ensuring deadlines are met and balances are properly supported.

• Examine financial performance, identify fluctuations or irregular activity, and research underlying causes.

• Produce and assist with financial reporting deliverables for internal stakeholders and external reporting needs in line with applicable accounting standards.

• Perform reconciliations for bank accounts, intercompany activity, fixed assets, accruals, and other key balance sheet areas.

• Work with teams across land development, construction, purchasing, and divisional operations to capture business activity correctly in the accounting records.

• Provide support for budgeting efforts, forecast updates, and audit-related requests as business needs arise.

• Evaluate accounting procedures and recommend practical improvements that strengthen accuracy, consistency, and efficiency.

• Help maintain compliance with company policies, financial controls, and documentation requirements while offering guidance to less experienced accounting team members.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• At least 4 years of progressive accounting experience, ideally within construction, homebuilding, real estate, or a similar project-driven industry.
• Hands-on experience with month-end close, general ledger activity, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting principles and internal control practices.
• Proficiency with accounting software and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Ability to analyze data, resolve issues, and manage multiple priorities with strong attention to detail.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments.
• CPA certification or active progress toward certification is preferred.