What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Accountant position at The Bolton Group?
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented accounting professional to join our growing team. This role will oversee key accounting functions, including financial reporting, project accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and budgeting/forecasting.
The ideal candidate is a hands-on team player with strong technical accounting knowledge and an ability to work in a collaborative, high-trust environment alongside leadership and project management teams.
Responsibilities
- Financial Reporting & Analysis
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
- Perform variance analysis and recommend corrective actions
- Provide financial reporting, analysis, and forecasting support
- Assist leadership with financial insights and decision-making
- General Ledger & Close Process
- Review and reconcile balance sheet accounts monthly
- Manage intercompany and internal transactions
- Lead month-end and year-end close processes
- Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data
- Budgeting & Forecasting
- Assist with annual budgets and quarterly forecasts
- Monitor actual results against budget and analyze variances
- Support strategic planning initiatives
- Partner with project managers on project budgets and forecasting
- Job Costing & Project Accounting
- Track and analyze job costs across construction projects
- Partner with project managers to ensure accurate billing and profitability tracking
- Prepare project margin analysis and revenue recognition reporting
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required
- 1 years of accounting experience preferred (internships count)
- Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting
- Proficiency in ERP/accounting systems and Microsoft Excel
Salary : $60,000 - $85,000