Staff Accountant

Stansell is seeking a talented Staff Accountant in the Odessa/Tampa region to join our team!

Stansell is a rapidly growing, WBE certified, general contractor specializing in commercial construction services across the Southeast United States. We focus on serving clients in the commercial market with emphasis on the following project types: restaurant dining and quick service food.

Responsibilities

Job Cost Accounting

• Review and code vendor invoices to appropriate jobs and cost codes in accordance with project budgets and contracts.
• Assist project managers with job cost tracking and reporting.
• Reconcile job cost reports and investigate variances.

Accounts Payable & Receivable

• Process vendor invoices and subcontractor pay applications.
• Verify lien waivers prior to releasing payments.
• Prepare customer billings and progress payment applications per contract terms.
• Monitor accounts receivable aging and assist in collections follow-up.

General Ledger & Financial Reporting

• Prepare and post journal entries
• Reconcile general ledger accounts monthly.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closings.
• Support external CPA during audits and tax preparation.

Other Duties

• Provide financial data and support for project managers
• Perform ad hoc analysis or special projects as assigned.
• Exemplify the 4 Pillars of Character, Integrity, Work Ethic, and How We Treat People at Stansell.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• 2+ years of accounting experience within the construction industry or a general contractor environment.
• Understanding of job cost accounting, AIA billing, retainage, and lien waivers
• Proficiency in construction accounting software (Sage Intacct and Procore a plus)
• Strong Excel and data analysis skills.
• Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with project management and operations teams.
• Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Competencies

• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Team-oriented with excellent communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple deadlines.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and integrity in all financial matters.

What We Offer:

At Stansell Construction, we provide our employees with:

• Competitive salary.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) matching, PTO.
• Charitable Opportunities: Our charitable committee organizes volunteer events yearly to give back to local communities.
• Fun Company Events: Team-building activities, social gatherings, and celebrations.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for training, mentorship, and career advancement.
• Strong Workplace Culture: A supportive and engaging environment that encourages collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Stansell is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, citizenship, disability, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.