Senior Accounting Associate – Construction

Overview

A Top 20 CPA and advisory firm with a national and international presence is seeking a Senior Accounting Associate – Construction to join a growing Client Accounting Services team.

This position serves as the primary day-to-day contact for construction clients and is responsible for ensuring agreed client deliverables are completed accurately and on time. The role is highly client-facing, requiring a proactive, hands-on approach to delivering exceptional service to general contractors, subcontractors, specialty trades, and franchise operators. It offers the opportunity to work within a collaborative, fast-paced, and growth-oriented environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate daily with internal and global teams to promote an efficient and collaborative working environment.
• Act as the primary point of contact for construction clients.
• Build strong client relationships through regular communication with project managers, business owners, and key stakeholders.
• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, including progress billings, retainage receivable/payable, and subcontractor payment applications.
• Complete ad hoc accounting projects, including job cost reconciliations, work-in-progress (WIP) schedule preparation, and reconciliation to financial statements.
• Review draft working papers, WIP schedules, and financial statements prepared by support teams, providing feedback where required.
• Perform job-level variance analysis, including budget versus actual, estimated cost to complete, and over/under billings, while delivering meaningful insights to clients.
• Ensure timely completion of agreed client deliverables, including monthly financial reporting packages and WIP schedules.
• Oversee job costing, change orders, project billings, retainage tracking, and vendor compliance documentation, including certificates of insurance, W-9s, and lien waivers.
• Utilize construction accounting ERP and project management software.
• Support clients during annual financial statement audits, reviews, surety and bonding reporting, and bank covenant compliance, while coordinating with external auditors and financial partners when required.
• Monitor project scope and identify potential scope changes on client engagements.
• Provide proactive financial guidance throughout the month, including cash flow forecasting linked to project draws and retention releases.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to team development.
• Identify opportunities to expand service offerings through strong client relationships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
• CPA designation preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years' accounting experience within public accounting, outsourced accounting, client accounting services, or construction accounting.
• Experience delivering month-end financial reporting, WIP reporting, and advisory services to construction clients.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, accrual accounting, ASC 606 (Revenue Recognition), and construction accounting principles.
• Experience using QuickBooks Online and other accounting software preferred.
• Experience with bill payment platforms, payroll systems, construction project management software, and other cloud-based accounting applications is highly desirable.
• Working knowledge of construction project management systems.
• Commitment to continuous professional development within the construction sector.
• Strong communication, professionalism, and ability to work effectively within a collaborative team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Teams.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance from the first day of employment.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Dependent Care Account.
• 401(k) with profit sharing.
• Paid holidays and flexible paid time off.
• Paid parental leave.
• Tuition assistance and CPA exam support, including completion incentives.
• Performance-based incentive compensation.
• Business development incentive opportunities.
• Comprehensive employee wellness program.
• Flexible working arrangements, including remote and hybrid opportunities.

What the Role Offers

• Opportunity to join a high-growth, industry-leading CPA and advisory firm.
• Collaborative, supportive, and high-performing team environment.
• Ongoing professional development and clear career progression opportunities.
• Ability to contribute ideas and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a strong focus on work-life balance.