Job Summary
The Bowers Group, a Legence company, is seeking a detail-oriented and self-motivated Senior Staff Accountant to join our team in Beltsville, Maryland. This is an in-office position. The Senior Staff Accountant will support financial reporting, compliance, and operational accounting, working closely with the accounting and finance team.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the month-end and year-end close process.
• Prepare monthly reports for projects, collections, billings, contracts, and WIP (Work in Process) reporting.
• Prepare journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation.
• Fully utilize ERP software to achieve financial and operational objectives on a timely basis.
• Reconcile and balance general ledger accounts monthly.
• Maintain and monitor roll-forward schedules on a regular basis.
• Participate in the annual audit and quarterly review procedures; ensure timely and accurate documentation for external auditors.
• Participate in the implementation of internal controls and compliance with SOX requirements.
• Work on ad hoc projects as assigned.

Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• 5+ years of accounting experience in public accounting or corporate accounting.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred.
• Construction industry experience preferred.
• Firm knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP).
• Strong knowledge of ASC 606 and percentage of completion accounting preferred.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong attention to detail; rigorous, methodical, and results driven.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects with competing deadlines.
• Effective communicator with polished written and verbal skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Outlook, Word).
• High ethical standards, objectivity, and commitment to confidentiality.
• Adaptable and capable of working in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Information

• This is an in-office position based in Beltsville, Maryland.
• No sponsorship is available for this position.
• Salary range - $85,000 - $120,000. This role is also eligible for an annual performance-based bonus. Bonus eligibility and payout are determined by role, individual performance, and company performance, and are not guaranteed.

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Benefits Overview
Health & Welfare: Company Paid medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, accident & sickness benefit, basic group life and AD&D
Time Off Benefits: Comprehensive Paid Time Off (PTO) program.
Financial Benefits: 401(k) retirement savings plan

Reasonable Accommodations
If you need assistance or accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at [redacted] or your dedicated recruiter with the job title and requisition number.

Employment Eligibility
Candidates must have current work authorization in the U.S.; visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Third-Party Recruiting Disclaimer
Legence and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies; any such submissions without a prior signed agreement authorized by Legence Holdings LLC's CHRO or Director of Talent Acquisition will not incur fees and are considered property of Legence.

Pay Disclosure & Considerations
Where pay ranges are indicated, please note that a successful candidate's exact pay will be determined based relevant job-related factors, including any of the following: candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications, as well as geographic and market considerations. We are committed to ensuring fair and competitive compensation for all employees and comply with all applicable salary transparency laws.