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Posted July 25, 2026
Robert Half

Staff Accountant - Construction

San Diego, CA 92122, US Temporary
Compensation: $35 to $40 Hourly

Robert Half is partnering with a growing construction company to identify a Staff Accountant for a contract-to-hire opportunity. This role is ideal for an accounting professional with strong general ledger experience who is comfortable working in a project-based construction environment.


Responsibilities:

  • Perform day-to-day general ledger accounting activities
  • Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and adjusting entries
  • Assist with month-end and year-end close processes
  • Reconcile bank accounts, balance sheet accounts, and general ledger activity
  • Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions as needed
  • Assist with job costing, project accounting, and cost tracking
  • Review project-related expenses and ensure costs are properly coded
  • Assist with construction billing, change orders, and contract-related accounting
  • Support financial reporting and variance analysis
  • Maintain accurate accounting records and assist with audit requests
  • Assist with special accounting and finance projects as needed



Qualifications:

Requirements:

  • 2+ years of accounting experience
  • Strong understanding of general ledger accounting and reconciliations
  • Experience with journal entries and month-end close
  • Construction industry experience strongly preferred
  • Experience with job costing or project accounting is a plus
  • Experience with construction accounting software such as Sage 100 Contractor, Sage 300 CRE, Procore, Viewpoint, or similar systems is preferred
  • Strong Excel skills, including PivotTables and VLOOKUPs/XLOOKUPs
  • Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing construction organization and contribute to a collaborative accounting team with potential for long-term employment.


Compensation

$35.00-$40.00 Hourly

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