Senior Accountant

Job Description:

Title: Junior Assistant Controller

Location: Phoenix, AZ

Setting: Onsite

Compensation: Up to $105k + annual bonus + 2 weeks PTO + 401k (6% matching)+ 80% employer paid insurance premiums (20% coverage for dependents)

Overview:

The Junior Assistant Controller will support the financial operations of a growing commercial construction company . This person will work closely with the Controller, leadership, project managers, and operations teams to ensure accurate financial reporting, effective internal controls, and efficient accounting processes.

This is a hands-on opportunity for an accounting professional who understands the nuances of commercial construction and is comfortable working across multiple areas of the accounting function.

Key Responsibilities

• Support daily accounting activities, including AP, AR, payroll, general ledger, and account reconciliations.
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting and support month-end/year-end close.
• Support construction job-cost accounting, project profitability analysis, and WIP reporting.
• Assist with project billing, change orders, lien waivers, certificates of insurance, and related construction accounting requirements.
• Monitor cash flow and assist with forecasting, budgeting, and planning.
• Maintain compliance with GAAP, company policies, and internal controls.
• Assist with audits, tax filings, and financial reviews.
• Partner with project managers and operations teams to review project costs, billing, and profitability.
• Analyze financial trends and identify opportunities to improve profitability and operational efficiency.
• Help improve accounting procedures, systems, and reporting processes.
• Serve as a backup to the Controller and take on additional responsibilities as the company grows.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience preferred.
• Commercial construction accounting experience required.
• Experience within specialty contracting or a related commercial construction environment strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of job costing and WIP reporting .
• Experience with financial statements, reconciliations, month-end close, and general ledger accounting.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred, but not required for an otherwise qualified candidate .
• Experience with construction accounting, ERP, project management, and payroll systems is a plus.