What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Accountant position at Hoffman & Hoffman Inc?
Job Title: Senior Accountant
Reports to: Corporate Accounting Manager
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Position Purpose: We are seeking a highly skilled, detail-oriented Senior Accountant who can perform core accounting functions while also supporting higher-level responsibilities by assisting the Controller and Corporate Accounting Manager. This role is designed for an experienced accountant who can support month-end close, prepare and analyze financial statements, oversee key accounting processes, and support GAAP-compliant reporting, including Percentage-of-Completion (POC) Accounting. The ideal candidate has strong technical accounting skills, excellent analytical capability, and the desire to contribute to a growing organization through continuous improvement of processes, controls, and reporting. This position requires a high level of professionalism, the ability to manage multiple priorities, and a commitment to serving both internal and external customers.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Core Accounting & Month-End Close
- Analyze monthly general ledger activity, journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations to ensure accuracy and proper GAAP classification.
- Manage fixed asset accounting across multiple business branches
- Prepare and review monthly account reconciliations; support balance sheet analysis and month-end financial reporting.
- Ensure accurate allocation of shared corporate resources across entities and branches
- Record bank transactions and ensure proper classification and timeliness.
- Maintain key accounting spreadsheets to support financial transactions, expenses, and internal reporting.
- Cross-train with AP and other accounting team members to provide operational backup.
Financial Reporting & GAAP Compliance
- Assist in preparing monthly and annual financial statements.
- Ensure proper sales tax filing and reporting
- Ensure compliance with ASC 606, internal accounting policies, and sound financial controls.
- Support the Controller and Accounting Managers with audit preparation, including preliminary and year-end audit requirements.
- Assist in quarterly reporting and ad-hoc reporting deliverables.
Subsidiary & Joint Venture Accounting
- Assist in accounting for the 80%-owned joint venture utilizing POC accounting.
Planning, Analysis, & Forecasting Support
- Assist with budgeting and financial forecasting activities, including variance analysis.
- Analyze financial performance and provide insights to support cost control, operational efficiency, and resource utilization.
Process Improvement & Leadership
- Recommend and help implement process improvements, automation, and workflow efficiencies.
- Maintain a high standard of confidentiality, accuracy, and timeliness.
- Contribute to team culture by leading through positive attitude, accountability, and strong communication.
- Participate in special accounting and financial projects as assigned.
Position Requirements:
Education & Credentials
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required (CPA license or progress toward licensure strongly preferred).
- Public accounting experience highly preferred.
Experience
- 3–5 years of progressive accounting experience.
- Experience in construction, engineering, manufacturing, or other project-based industries preferred.
- Familiarity with ERP systems and financial reporting tools.
Skills & Abilities
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret and explain financial data.
- Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, financial modeling).
- Exceptional attention to detail, organization, and follow-through.
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.
- Strong interpersonal skills; able to communicate effectively across departments and with all levels of staff.
- Demonstrated initiative, ownership mindset, and a drive for continuous improvement.
- High integrity, reliability, and professionalism.
- Commitment to serving internal and external customers with a positive and helpful approach.
Personal Attributes
- Self-motivated and capable of working with limited supervision.
- Adaptable and flexible in a dynamic business environment.
- Team-oriented with a willingness to cross-train, support teammates, and lead by example.
Physical Demands:
- Standing: Frequently
- Walking: Frequently
- Sitting: Frequently
- Use of Hands/Fingers: Frequently
- Bending: Frequently
- Pushing/Pulling 12 lbs. or less: Occasionally
- Lifting/Carrying 10 lbs. or less: Occasionally
- Lifting/Carrying 11-20 lbs.: Rarely
- Reaching Outward: Frequently
- Reaching Above Shoulder: Occasionally
- Squatting/Kneeling: Occasionally
This job description is intended to provide information regarding the essential functions and basic duties of this position. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and duties that could be assigned. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by management as it deems appropriate. This document does not constitute a contract and is subject to change at the discretion of Hoffman & Hoffman, Inc.