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Senior Accountant
St. Louis, MO
Grow With Us at Western Specialty Contractors
At Western Specialty Contractors, we’ve been building more than projects—we’ve been building people, careers, and communities for over 110 years. Founded in St. Louis and proudly family-owned, we’ve grown into the nation’s largest specialty contractor, restoring and protecting building envelopes through expertise in facades, concrete, roofing, and waterproofing.
With 30+ branches nationwide, we’re always looking for driven individuals who want to be part of something bigger. Our success comes from our people—those who bring teamwork, creativity, quality, and customer focus to everything they do.
When you join Western, you’re not just taking a job—you’re stepping into a career with growth opportunities, hands-on experience, and a culture that is rooted in connection and a strong sense of community. Together, we make an impact that lasts for generations.
POSITION PURPOSE
The Senior Accountant will ensure operations receive proper training and report on compliance with corporate Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Best Practices. Assist the Accounting Department and Regions in the collection, analysis, and dissemination of profit and loss statements, job cost, and other operating results. Provide financial oversight and administrative support to Operations in daily, monthly, and annual operations and processes. This is an on-site position with travel to branches in your assigned region.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide Operations with training, communication, and monitoring of corporate standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Train new hires in Operations in day-to-day financial activities
Provide administrative assistance to Operations, such as job scheduling, help in bid preparation, subcontract documentation and review, and other special projects
Responsible for Operations month-end accounting close, including but not limited to reconciliation of job cost, G/L accounts, inventory reconciliation, system reports, Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, and entering required journal entries
Coordinate with the Corporate Accounting Department on the establishment and tracking of approved accruals
Monitor A/R at branch locations and assist in collections of accounts
Assist in calculation and payment of special checks for employees, such as layoffs and underpayments
Oversee all union master agreements and have a thorough understanding of specifications included in union bargaining agreements
Oversee all union audits and assist other external audits by gathering information on employees and meeting with representatives to ensure payroll has been reported accurately
Assist with the preparation of annual business plans and budgets for Operations
Assist the Corporate Accounting Department with interim and year-end audit procedures and information requests
Assist Operations with branch and Region employment, employee relations, EEOC, training and salary planning
Administrative Duties: Typing correspondence, filing
REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance
5-7+ years experience with:
Accounts Receivable (A/R)
Accounts Payable (A/P)
Payroll (P/R), union payroll experience is a plus
General Ledger (G/L)
Job Costing
Profit & Loss (P&L) preparation and analysis
Strong PC skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office products - Vista experience is a plus
Effective communication skills with the ability to handle diverse situations
Organizational skills to manage multiple priorities
Follow-up skills to ensure accuracy and timely completion of tasks
Ability to travel 25-40%
Compensation for this role is determined using a variety of factors, including experience, skills, internal equity, market benchmarks, and the cost of labor in the different geographic locations where we operate. In addition to base pay, this position may also be eligible for:
Participation in the Company’s annual performance-based bonus program.
A comprehensive benefits package, which includes health, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off, maternity leave, and additional benefits designed to support employees and their families.
US Pay Range
$70,000 - $90,000 USD
Western Specialty Contractors does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.
Salary : $70,000 - $90,000