Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant – Construction

Location: Rockland County, NY

Compensation: $110,000-$125,000 plus Bonus

Overview

A well-established and growing construction contractor in Rockland County is seeking a Senior Accountant to join their team, reporting directly to the Controller. This role is highly involved in project-based accounting, financial reporting, and job cost analysis, with strong exposure to leadership and operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Support month-end close, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting

• Prepare and analyze general ledger activity and account reconciliations

• Assist with financial statement preparation and distribution

• Manage daily cash activity, including transfers, cash receipts, and bank reconciliations

• Oversee credit card reconciliations and payroll entries

• Drive AIA billing (requisitioning), lien waivers, and draw package documentation

• Support percentage-of-completion (WIP) reporting

• Partner with AP team to ensure proper job costing and coding of invoices

• Assist with project closeouts, ensuring all financial and compliance documentation is complete

• Prepare documentation for insurance audits (GL & Workers’ Comp)

• Support external audits and financial reviews

• Maintain multi-entity accounting transactions and intercompany activity

• Assist with ERP/system optimization, improving reporting and close processes

• Build strong relationships with Project Managers and Contracts teams

Qualifications:

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

• CPA a plus

• 4–7+ years of accounting experience, preferably in construction or project-based environments

• Strong understanding of:

o AIA billing / requisitioning

o Percentage-of-completion accounting

o Job costing and project financials

• Experience working in multi-entity environments

Systems & Technical Skills

• Strong experience with Sage accounting systems (Sage Intacct)

• Advanced Excel skills required

• Experience with construction accounting systems and reporting tools preferred

Core Competencies

• Highly organized with strong attention to detail

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and cross-functionally

• Excellent communication and follow-through

Why Join

• Established, reputable contractor with long-standing client relationships

• High-visibility role with exposure to ownership and executive team

• Strong team culture and opportunity to grow within the organization

Compensation

$110,000.00-$125,000.00 Yearly

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