Senior Accountant/Assistant Controller

Job Description

Job Description

Senior Accountant / Assistant Controller

Location: Phoenix, AZ 85040 | On-Site / In-Office

Schedule: Monday – Friday | 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM

A well-established, locally owned subcontractor is seeking a hands-on, detail-oriented Senior Accountant to oversee and perform the day-to-day accounting and support the financial operations of its commercial construction business in Phoenix, Arizona . This is a casual, friendly office environment. 

This role is ideal for an accounting professional who enjoys owning the details while contributing to the bigger financial picture. The position offers the opportunity to take responsibility for day-to-day accounting operations, financial reporting, job costing, payroll oversight, and month-end close activities while working closely with company leadership and finance executives. Must be comfortable working in a hands-on environment where accuracy, responsiveness, and follow-through are critical.

Reporting to a supportive Finance Leadership Team, this position offers meaningful responsibility, autonomy, and mentorship with the opportunity to grow into broader accounting and operational leadership responsibilities over time. As the individual becomes established in the role, there may be opportunities to support accounting and financial initiatives across affiliated companies within a growing family of businesses. 

Roles and responsibilities can change depending on the needs of the organization. 

Key Responsibilities

Accounting Operations

• Oversee the accounts receivable process, including customer invoicing, entering customer payments, and making bank deposits
• Manage the accounts payable process, including confirming invoice pricing against quotes and purchase orders
• Enter and process vendor invoices for payment and reconcile vendor statements
• Oversee in-house payroll processing, ensuring accurate employee compensation, payroll tax compliance, reporting, and timely payroll administration
• Prepare, file, and reconcile sales tax returns across multiple jurisdictions
• Maintain organized financial records and supporting documentation

Financial Reporting & Job Costing

• Reconcile subsidiary accounts and general ledger accounts
• Prepare trial balances and support month-end financial reporting activities
• Prepare and maintain job costing reports and commission statements
• Monitor project costs, labor allocations, and job profitability reporting
• Collaborate with subcontractors regarding payments, compliance documentation, and contract requirements
• Assist leadership with project costing, financial reporting, and operational analysis

Team & Business Support

• Ensure adherence to accounting standards, company policies, and regulatory requirements
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and operational efficiencies
• Work closely with company leadership to support day-to-day financial operations
• Contribute to special projects and additional accounting initiatives as needed

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Construction industry experience strongly preferred
• Strong understanding of GAAP and general accounting principles
• Experience with job costing, payroll, and financial statement preparation
• Experience working with subcontractors and construction-related billing processes
• Ability to analyze financial information and identify trends or concerns
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Self-motivated with a high level of accountability and ownership
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Comfortable working independently while collaborating with leadership
• Ability to speak, read and write in the English language. 

Software & Technical Skills

• Experience with QuickBooks Online strongly preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience with construction accounting systems is a plus
• Ability to learn and adapt to new technologies and processes

Travel

• Occasional local travel to other physical company sites in the Phoenix area may be needed

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Stable and growing organization
• Opportunity for long-term professional growth and advancement
• Exposure to both operational and strategic financial leadership

Why This Opportunity?

This position offers more than traditional accounting responsibilities. It provides the opportunity to become a trusted financial partner within a growing organization, gain exposure to leadership-level decision-making, and build a path toward broader accounting and finance leadership responsibilities over time.