Staff Accountant

Description

The Staff Accountant is responsible for performing day-to-day accounting functions within a dynamic organizational environment, including maintaining accurate job cost records and preparing financial reports. This role works closely with project teams and accounting leadership to support budget tracking, promote financial accuracy, and contribute to the efficient operations of development projects.

Requirements

Core Values & Competencies

· Prepare accurate reports and business correspondence.

· Perform routine financial calculations with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

· Communicate clearly and professionally.

· Follow written and verbal instructions and adhere to established procedures.

· Organize work effectively, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines.

· Work independently while supporting team objectives.

· Adapt to changing priorities and workload demands.

Responsibilities

· Process and review daily accounting transactions, including accounts payable, invoicing/billing, fixed assets, account coding, and general ledger entries.

· Maintain accurate financial records and support documentation in accordance with company procedures.

· Prepare and complete account reconciliations, investigate variances, and resolve discrepancies promptly.

· Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities to support timely financial reporting.

· Follow GAAP-based practices and internal controls to ensure accuracy of financial data.

· Assist with the preparation of sales, business, and property tax filings.

· Follow established processes to support compliance with federal, state, and local requirements.

· Partner with the Controller and accounting team to meet reporting deadlines and manage workload fluctuations.

· Communicate process gaps or discrepancies and suggest improvements to strengthen accuracy and efficiency.

· Utilize accounting software (e.g., Timberline/Sage) and Excel to track project costs and maintain organized financial data within a construction/development environment.

· Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibility

None.

Travel

No travel is expected for this position.

Work Environment 

This job operates in a professional office environment. This position routinely uses computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and other standard office equipment.

Physical Demands - The physical demands described here are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:

While performing these duties, the employee will primarily be in a sedentary role and regularly required to talk, hear, and see. The employee must sit, stand, walk, use hands for finger movements, and reach with hands and arms. Occasionally, the employee will need to lift equipment, stoop, bend, kneel, and stand. This role may involve lifting up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities are required by this job, including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. 

Preferred Education, Experience, and Qualifications

· Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.

· 1-3 years of relevant experience required.

· GAAP-based accounting, financial reporting, and tax compliance experience required.

· Strong Excel skills and familiarity with accounting software.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Salary : $70,500 - $85,000