Senior Staff Accountant

Job Title: Senior Staff Accountant Reports to: Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Department: Construction Location: Morrow, GA Type: Full-Time Position Overview The Senior Accountant supports and reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and is responsible for performing advanced accounting functions for a commercial General Contractor. This role focuses on Work-in-Progress (WIP) reporting, job cost accounting, percentage-of-completion revenue recognition (ASC 606), account reconciliations, and financial statement support. The Senior Accountant partners closely with the CFO, Project Managers, and operational teams to ensure accurate financial reporting, reliable job cost data, timely month-end close processes, and audit-ready accounting records. The ideal candidate has hands‑on construction accounting experience and a solid understanding of GAAP and project-based accounting principles. Key Responsibilities Work-in-Progress (WIP) & Revenue Recognition Prepare and maintain monthly WIP schedules, including over/under billings Assist with percentage-of-completion revenue recognition in accordance with ASC 606 Review job cost reports and collaborate with Project Managers regarding cost-to-complete estimates Analyze gross margin fade/gain and identify project variances Reconcile WIP schedules to the general ledger Monitor retainage balances, change orders, and contract modifications Financial Reporting & Month-End Close Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes Prepare journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations Support preparation of internal financial statements, including Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow reporting Assist with preparation of annual audited financial statements in accordance with GAAP Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation for external auditors Ensure compliance with company accounting policies and GAAP standards Support lender, bonding, and surety reporting requirements as needed Job Cost & Project Accounting Assist with job setup, cost coding, and budget tracking Monitor subcontractor accruals and committed costs Review subcontractor pay applications and track retainage Support project profitability analysis and forecasting Provide financial analysis to support operational and project management teams Assist with preparation and review of progress billings, including AIA billing formats when applicable Monitor accounts receivable aging and assist with collections follow-up Track retainage receivable and payable balances Support cash flow forecasting activities Systems & Process Improvement Maintain and support accounting and operational systems including Acumatica, Procore, SureTax, and Workforce Go Ensure data integrity across accounting, payroll, project management, and tax systems Recommend improvements to accounting processes, workflows, and internal controls Assist with ERP reporting, system reconciliations, and process optimization initiatives Team Support Provide support to AP, AR, Payroll, and Project Accounting staff as needed Assist with special projects and financial analysis assigned by the CFO Required Education & Experience Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance (required) Minimum of 3–5 years of accounting experience, preferably within the construction industry Experience with: Percentage-of-completion revenue recognition Job cost accounting Over/under billings and retainage accounting Month-end close processes Financial statement preparation Working knowledge of GAAP Experience with Procore, SureTax, and Workforce Go strongly preferred Qualifications Experience supporting audited financial statements Exposure to bonding and surety reporting Experience working in a commercial construction environment Advanced Excel skills including pivot tables, lookups, and financial analysis Experience collaborating with Project Managers and operational leadership Core Competencies Strong understanding of construction accounting principles High attention to detail and accuracy Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Effective communication and interpersonal skills Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced, project-driven environment Strong organizational and time management skills Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Timely and accurate WIP reporting Accuracy of job cost tracking and forecasting Minimal margin fade On-time month-end close Accurate revenue recognition Clean and timely audit support Healthy accounts receivable aging Benefits 401(k) 401(k) matching Disability insurance Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance #J-18808-Ljbffr Jerry L. Johnson & Associates, Inc.