Staff Accountant

Job Description

A growing family-owned construction company in Howard County, Maryland seeks a motivated Staff Accountant

Accountant Responsibilities :

• Collaborating with the project manager to develop a detailed, cost-effective budget for the project.
• Performing accounting duties throughout the project, such as preparing invoices, estimating cash flow, and signing off on purchase orders.
• Analyzing all transactions and working unforeseen costs into the budget.
• Keeping a record of all project finances for internal / external auditing and tax purposes.
• Preparing cost analyses by interpreting projects' financial data and information.
• Reporting any financial risks and budgetary discrepancies to management for review.
• Researching market trends and projecting construction-related price increases / decreases.
• Developing and maintaining strong relationships with vendors and suppliers.
• Keeping abreast with both the construction and accounting industry.

Requirements :

• A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• Construction accounting is preferred.
• Excellent knowledge of construction cost accounting and related financial procedures.
• Familiarity with accounting software, such as QuickBooks and NetSuite.
• Working knowledge of the construction industry.
• Solid analytical and mathematical skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status.

We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.