Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant with a strong background in construction accounting to oversee the day-to-day accounting operations related to construction projects. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of construction-specific accounting principles, such as percentage-of-completion (ASC 605-35), revenue recognition (ASC 606), job costing, retainage, and pay applications. Expertise in Coupa, and Procure is nice to have. NetSuite and Advanced Excel are required. The role will focus on day-day as well as the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accurate reporting, compliance with industry standards, and efficient accounting operations for construction projects.
location: Atlanta, Georgia
job type: Permanent
salary: $110,000 - 120,000 per year
work hours: 8 to 5
education: Bachelor's degree
experience: 5 Years
responsibilities:
- Daily Accounting Functions: Manage day-to-day accounting activities, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger entries related to construction projects.
- Revenue Recognition & Job Costing: Apply ASC 606 (Revenue from Contracts with Customers) and ASC 605-35 (Construction-Type and Production-Type Contracts) to ensure accurate percentage-of-completion revenue recognition and job costing.
- Retainage & Pay Applications: Oversee the preparation and review of progress billings (pay applications), ensuring accurate tracking of retainage and compliance with contract terms for revenue recognition per ASC 606.
- Contract Accounting: Ensure accurate tracking and accounting of project-related costs, including direct costs, subcontractor costs, and change orders.
- Month-End & Year-End Close: Lead the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accurate posting of financial transactions and reconciliation of accounts. Prepare financial statements in accordance with US GAAP
- Payroll Processing: Oversee payroll processing for construction. Ensure proper allocation of labor costs to individual projects and departments and union payments
- Software Proficiency: Use Coupa for procurement and expense management, NetSuite for accounting and financial reporting, and Procore for project-based job costing. Ensure seamless integration and accurate data flow between these platforms.
- Audit Preparation: Prepare necessary documentation and schedules for internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with all relevant accounting standards and regulations.
- Process Improvement: Identify and recommend improvements to accounting processes and systems to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and compliance within the construction accounting function.
qualifications:
- Experience: Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience, with at least 3 years in the construction industry, including expertise in job costing, percentage-of-completion, retainage, and pay applications.
- Education: Bachelor's degree in accounting.
- Certifications: CPA (or CPA track) preferred.
- Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of ASC 606 (Revenue from Contracts with Customers) and ASC 605-35 (Construction-Type and Production-Type Contracts).
- Software Experience: Proficiency in Coupa and Procore is good to have. Must have NetSuite and Advanced Excel.
- Industry Knowledge: Solid understanding of construction accounting practices, including revenue recognition, job costing, progress billing, and retainage.
- Audit & Compliance: Experience preparing for and coordinating internal and external audits, ensuring adherence to GAAP and construction industry regulations.
- Advanced Excel Skills: Strong proficiency in Excel, including the use of pivot tables and V/H/X lookups.
- Expertise in GAAP, IFRS, and regulatory compliance (e.g., tax laws, Sarbanes-Oxley).
- Industry-specific practices, such as job costing and revenue recognition.
- Financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost analysis.
- Understanding of international accounting practices and cross-border financial regulations.
- Must have experience with month end close process, reconciliation, and percentage of completion.
- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., SAP, QuickBooks, Oracle).
- Advanced Excel skills (e.g., pivot tables, macros, financial modeling).
- Financial reporting, reconciliations, and data analysis.
- Strong leadership and team management abilities.
- Effective communication for presenting financial information to stakeholders.
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in financial work.
- Adaptability to changing regulations, priorities, and cultural business environments.
- Time management to meet strict deadlines for month-end/year-end close. Must be deadline driven!
- Strategic thinking and risk management to contribute to long-term goals.
- Continuous learning to stay updated on accounting standards and industry trends.
- Ability to navigate complex international transactions and compliance requirements.
skills: Excel, General Ledger, Account Reconciliation, Accounts Payable, GAAP, Month-End Close, Year End Close, SOX, Project Accounting, Netsuite
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
