Sr. Accountant

Senior Accountant

We are looking for a Senior Accountant to join our team in Rochester, New York. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in overseeing financial operations, including project accounting, accounts receivable, general ledger activities, and accounts payable. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and growing construction company with multiple divisions, while driving process improvements and ensuring compliance.

Responsibilities :

Manage project accounting setup and maintenance across multiple divisions, ensuring accuracy in billing and revenue recognition.

Prepare and analyze weekly labor and project reports, providing detailed variance analyses.

Drive automation initiatives for project reporting and internal system workflows.

Oversee accounts receivable processes, including deposit application, reconciliation, and timely follow-ups on outstanding balances.

Record and review journal entries related to revenue, labor, and cost components to ensure general ledger integrity.

Perform monthly reconciliations of balance sheet accounts and bank accounts.

Support monthly and quarterly close activities, including generating reports and conducting analytical reviews.

Assist with audit preparations and maintain documentation for internal controls.

Provide secondary approval for outgoing payments and help automate accounts payable reporting processes.

Act as a subject matter expert for workflow optimization and best practices within accounting systems.

Requirements :

Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience, preferably in a construction or project-based environment.

Proficiency in month-end close processes, including general ledger management and journal entry preparation.

Strong skills in account reconciliation and bank reconciliations.

Experience with project accounting and revenue recognition.

Ability to analyze financial reports and provide actionable insights.

Knowledge of accounts receivable and accounts payable processes.

Familiarity with automation tools and systems for improving financial workflows.

Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.