AP/AR Staff Accountant

Date posted: May 5, 2026

Pay: $55,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Job description:

Construction Staff Accountant

Location: Crown Point, Indiana (On-site)

About the Company

The firm is a profitable, growing business headquartered in Crown Point, Indiana, serving a loyal customer base across multiple industries operating within both the Commercial & Residential specialty construction subcontractor arena. With a lean and collaborative team, we pride ourselves on efficiency, accountability, and long-term relationships—with both our clients and our employees.

About the Role

We are seeking a Project/Staff Accountant to join our team. The role will support both the Executive Leadership Team and Office staff. The role combines traditional accounting responsibilities with construction project-based financial oversight. You’ll execute multiple general ledger activities, execute both Field and Office Payroll, assist with month-end and year-end close, and provide financial analysis for ongoing projects. Must have G702 & G703 AR Experience.

The ideal candidate must be detail-oriented, highly organized, proactive, self-starter and comfortable working in a dynamic environment where priorities shift quickly. Additionally, the candidate must be able to handle confidential information, be a solid communicator as well as demonstrate the ability to respond effectively to changing workloads and priorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee project accounting, including tracking budgets, costs, and profitability
• Prepare and analyze financial statements and project reports
• Manage day-to-day accounting functions (Data Entry and manage multi intercompany transactions, AP, AR, Job Cost, Payroll and GL entries)
• Execute and deliver AIA-G702/G703 client based Billing & Compliance requirements.
• Provide accurate & timely Accounting, Project Management, Operational reporting.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes
• Collaborate with project managers to ensure accurate cost allocation
• Assist CFO and owners with audits and compliance reporting

Qualifications

• Min. 5 years of experience in accounting, with exposure to project-based work
• Proficiency in MS-Office, Excel and accounting systems QuickBooks Contractors Enterprise Edition
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities reliably and with patience and professionalism
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to quickly learn the organizational structure and objectives of the team
• Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of constituent groups such as senior management, peers in addition to customers, vendors and suppliers
• Experience with job costing and project profitability analysis within the construction industry
• Proficiency of construction accounting

Preferred Skills

• Strong communication skills for cross-functional collaboration
• Career Growth Path

Based upon performance, this role offers potential senior accounting positions with opportunities to lead project financial strategy and as the company continues to grow, believe and demonstrate a T.E.A.M. based philosophy (Together Everyone Achieves More).

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Opportunity to work on diverse projects in a growing company
• Collaborative, team-oriented culture
• Stability and long-term career potential

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off

Experience:

• Construction Accounting: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person, Crown Point, IN