Staff Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

Staff Accountant Job Description

Civil Solutions is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our growing team. This role is a great opportunity for someone with a strong accounting foundation who is looking to continue building their experience in a specialized civil engineering and construction-focused environment.

While prior construction, engineering, or job-cost accounting experience is a plus, we understand that much of what we do is specialized and can be learned over time. The right person will be curious, detail-oriented, adaptable, and excited to develop expertise in project-based accounting, billing, job costing, and the financial processes that support civil engineering, geotechnical engineering, construction management, and public works projects.

The Staff Accountant will support day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger entries, reconciliations, billing support, and month-end close activities. This person will work closely with the accounting team and other departments to help maintain accurate financial records, support project accounting needs, and contribute to process improvements as the company continues to grow.

At Eastern Sierra Engineering, we are dedicated to “Engineering the Earth” by delivering innovative solutions that improve the quality of life for the communities we serve. As a leading firm in civil engineering, geotechnical engineering, construction management, and mix design development, specializing in airports, roadways, and public works projects, we are committed to excellence, safety, and superior client service.

Why Work With Us?

• Competitive pay with growth opportunities
• Supportive environment focused on personal development
• Bonus opportunities based on team and company performance
• Company-paid health insurance for employees
• Diverse and challenging projects to help build your expertise

Responsibilities

• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, including invoice processing, payment reconciliation, vendor communication, and customer billing.
• Prepare and post general ledger entries with appropriate documentation.
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Perform account reconciliations, including bank reconciliations and balance sheet account support.
• Help maintain accurate and organized financial records.
• Assist with fixed asset tracking and depreciation schedules.
• Support budget tracking and variance analysis as needed.
• Assist with financial reporting and provide accounting support to management.
• Learn and support specialized accounting processes related to civil engineering, construction management, project billing, and job costing.
• Help identify and resolve accounting discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Support audit and tax preparation by gathering documentation and responding to information requests.
• Assist with accounting software maintenance, process improvements, and internal documentation.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure accurate financial information flow.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred.
• 3–5 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Experience in construction, engineering, project accounting, or another job-cost environment is a plus, but not required.
• Willingness and ability to learn the specialized accounting processes used in civil engineering, construction management, project billing, and job costing.
• Strong understanding of basic accounting principles and general ledger activity.
• Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end support.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
• Experience with accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage, ComputerEase, or similar systems preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to stay organized and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable working independently while also collaborating with a team.
• Clear communication skills and willingness to work cross-functionally with other departments.
• Ability to adapt in a growing company where processes and systems continue to improve.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be afforded equal opportunity without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, order of protection status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, military status, unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other protected category.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and reserve the right to perform pre-employment substance abuse testing and background verification checks.