Clark Construction

Senior Accountant

Clark Construction$75K — $95K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA certification preferred.
  • Minimum 2 years of accounting experience, preferably in public accounting or construction.
  • Proficiency with accounting software like SAP or Oracle and advanced Excel skills.
  • Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting, with familiarity with ERP systems.
  • Ability to analyze complex financial data and identify trends.
  • Excellent communication skills for clear financial presentations.
  • High accuracy and attention to detail; adaptable to change.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and analyze financial statements adhering to GAAP.
  • Perform account reconciliations for accurate financial data.
  • Maintain general ledger, ensuring proper transaction recording.
  • Collaborate with operations teams to manage customer payments and job costs.
  • Lead month-end and year-end close processes efficiently.
  • Assist with audits by providing documentation and responding to inquiries.
  • Support budgeting and forecast development with variance analysis and recommendations.

Benefits

  • Collaborative work environment that values team input.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
  • Access to advanced accounting software and tools.
  • Engagement in cross-functional projects to enhance skills.
  • Support for CPA certification for career development.
Full Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled, analytical and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our dynamic finance team. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in managing financial processes, ensuring compliance with accounting principles, and contributing to the overall financial health of the organization. This role requires strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of accounting principles, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

  • Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, ensuring accuracy and adherence to GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles).

  • Perform detailed account reconciliations to ensure all financial data is timely and accruate .

  • Maintain and oversee the general ledger, ensuring that all transactions are properly recorded and classified.

  • Work directly with the operations teams to correctly identify and post entries related to their customer payments and job-level costs.

  • Lead the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring all deadlines are met and financial data is accurately reported.

  • Assist with internal and external audits, providing necessary documentation and responding to audit inquiries.

  • Collaborate with the finance team to develop budgets and financial forecasts, providing variance analysis and recommendations for improvements.

  • Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of financial operations by leveraging SAP and other applications.

  • Conduct ad hoc financial analyses to support decision-making by senior management.

  • Develop and prepare quarterly joint venture and subsidiary financial statements to ensure accuracy and completeness in reporting.  In addition, provide detailed analysis for financial statement fluctuations, calculate joint venture distributions, and record joint venture journal entries in accordance with individual joint venture agreement.

  • Work closely with other departments to ensure accurate financial reporting and to support cross-functional projects.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA certification or candidate is preferred.

  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in accounting, with a preference for experience in public accounting or the construction industry.

  • Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and advanced Excel skills (e.g., VLOOKUP, pivot tables).

  • Strong understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, and tax regulations. Familiarity with ERP systems is a plus.

  • Ability to analyze complex financial data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly and concisely.

  • High level of accuracy and attention to detail in all aspects of work.

  • At ease in an environment of change; supports, manages and initiates change within the organization.

  • Ability to make decisions in a timely manner and under pressure.   Comfortable challenging the status quo to improve processes and procedures.

  • Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues and develop effective solutions.

  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, as well as independently with appropriate supervision.

About Clark Construction

Clark Construction is a leading construction firm that specializes in building complex projects in a variety of industries, including healthcare, education, and transportation. The company was founded in 1906 and has since grown to become one of the largest construction firms in the United States. Clark Construction is known for its innovative approach to construction, and has won numerous awards for its work. The company is committed to sustainability and has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its environmental impact. Clark Construction is also committed to giving back to the communities in which it operates, and has a strong focus on social responsibility.
Learn more about Clark Construction
Size
4,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1906

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