SENIOR CONSTRUCTION ACCOUNTANT

SUMMARY:

The Sr. Construction Accountant provides accounting support to ownership and departmental personnel by ensuring the integrity of financial data, delivering timely and accurate reporting, safeguarding company assets, and maintaining strong internal controls. This role performs detailed financial analysis and prepares reporting based on accounting records to support project and organizational decision-making.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Project Accounting & Draw Process

• Work directly with Project Managers and subcontractors on the completion and approval of monthly AIA documents as part of the draw process
• Collect lien waivers from subcontractors to support funding requirements
• Coordinate subcontractor and supplier lien waivers and obtain customer/owner sworn statements

2. Job Costing & Financial Analysis

• Prepare Construction Status Sheets (CSS) for active projects
• Perform job cost analysis relative to project budgets and incurred charges, identifying needs for change orders and contingencies
• Conduct bi-weekly financial reviews comparing actual performance to budget with project teams

3. Reporting & Reconciliations

• Prepare key account reconciliations for projects
• Perform financial analysis and reporting to support management decision-making

4. Systems & Process Improvement

• Assist with administrative responsibilities within Jonas Premier software
• Build and support core process documentation
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy
• Evaluate existing policies and procedures and recommend improvements

5. General Accounting & Support

• Provide guidance on core accounting principles and business practices
• Support internal controls and safeguard company assets
• Perform other related duties as assigned by management

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent experience
• 5–7 years of related experience, preferably in construction accounting
• Familiarity with construction standards and terminology
• Proficiency with construction accounting software (e.g., Jonas Premier)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and workflows
• High attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams
• Strong interpersonal skills with a flexible and team-oriented approach

CORE COMPENTENCIES

• Analytical thinking and data-driven decision-making
• Team collaboration and relationship building
• Commitment to quality and continuous improvement
• Strong business acumen and understanding of financial impact
• Organizational discipline and process adherence
• Sound judgment and decision-making
• Effective planning and prioritization
• Professionalism and accountability
• Adaptability in a dynamic environment
• Initiative and ownership mindset
• Innovation and continuous improvement focus

PHYSCIAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Continually required to sit for extended periods
• Continually required to use hands and fingers (computer keyboard)
• Frequently required to talk and hear
• Occasionally required to lift/carry items up to 25 pounds

 

 

 The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

 Bear Real Estate Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

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