Please apply before8/1/2026
Job OverviewThe Senior Staff Accountant supports the accounting function through hands-on involvement in financial reporting, general ledger activity, account reconciliation, and analysis. This role requires strong technical accounting knowledge, particularly in construction accounting and revenue recognition, along with the ability to work independently on complex matters.
The Senior Staff Accountant works collaboratively with the accounting team, project staff, and management, and performs duties with oversight from the Controller. The position is designed for a high-performing individual contributor with increasing responsibility and the opportunity for future advancement.
Senior Staff Accountant Qualifications:- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience (construction experience preferred)
- Strong understanding of GAAP/IFRS and financial statement preperation
- Experience with journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial analysis
- Knowledge of revenue recognition principles; construction or percentage-of-completion experience preferred
- Knowledge of accounting systems (JD Edwards preferred) and Microsoft Office products
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
Our Investment in you:- We believe that Benefits should connect you to the support you need when it matters most, and should help you care for those who matter most. That's why we provide an array of options (including medical, dental, and vision insurance plans), expert guidance, and always-on tools, that are personalized to meet the needs of your reality - to help support you physically, financially, and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. Please visit the compensation and Benefits summary on our careers site for more details.
- As a Skanska community, our values ground us, and our diversity of experience propels us forward. No matter what your career stage, there's a place for you to thrive here and partner with us in shaping how our world lives, moves, and connects.
- At Skanska, we Care for Life. And we're committed to supporting your whole health and peace of mind through inclusive and personalized total rewards.
- We're committed to your success by developing you in your role and supporting your career growth
- Compensation and financial well-being - Competitive base salary, excellent bonus program, 401k, & Employee ownership program.
Come work with us and join a winning team!Apply Today for Immediate Consideration!Background Check RequiredPrimary LocationUS-NY-Queens
Skanska Business UnitSkanska USA Civil
Employee StatusFull Time
Salary LowUSD $108,500.00/Yr.
Salary HighUSD $115,000.00/Yr.
