What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Accountant (Construction) position at Smarter HR Solutions LLC?
***Please note: This position is onsite and not remote. Candidates must be based in the Houston area, as relocation assistance is not provided. Only individuals authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship will be considered.***
Job Title: Staff Accountant (Construction)
Job Type: Temp-to-hire or Direct hire
Job Salary: $70,000-$75,000 (DOE)
Job Schedule: M-F, 40 hrs/week
Job Location: Houston, TX 77002
Position Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant with a strong background in the construction industry to support our growing accounting team. This role will be responsible for day-to-day accounting operations, job cost tracking, and financial reporting. Experience with Sage 100 or ComputerEase is highly preferred.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, including month-end and year-end close processes
- Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations
- Support job costing and project accounting, ensuring accurate tracking of construction project expenses and revenues
- Monitor work-in-progress (WIP) schedules and assist with revenue recognition
- Process invoices, subcontractor pay applications, and lien waivers
- Assist with accounts payable and receivable activities as needed
- Partner with project managers to review budgets, forecasts, and cost variances
- Prepare financial reports and support internal/external audits
- Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies
- Assist with process improvements and system enhancements
Requirements
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 2–5 years of accounting experience, with construction industry experience required
- Strong understanding of job costing, WIP reporting, and project-based accounting
- Experience with Sage 100 or ComputerEase
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, data analysis)
- Knowledge of GAAP principles
- Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with subcontract billing, AIA billing, and retainage tracking
- Exposure to multi-entity or multi-project accounting environments
- CPA or CPA track (a plus, not required)
Work Environment
- Onsite role based in Houston, TX
- Collaborative, team-oriented construction accounting environment
Benefits
Compensation
- Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, PTO, etc.)
Salary : $70,000 - $75,000