Senior Accountant (Construction)

Join a growing construction company in beautiful Walton County, Florida, and take your career to the next level with a leadership role that offers hands-on impact and coastal living.

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Salary : $80,000 - $100,000 per year

A bit about us :

Construction Company—based in Inlet Beach, Florida—is a premier home‑ and resort‑builder known for its high-end craftsmanship and integrated real estate development.

The company operates in a beautiful, high-growth area with five years of development remaining. They are building the high-end Kaya Beach Resort and actively expanding beyond homebuilding. A high-end builder in a single-family community, they construct 45–50 homes annually. They frequently collaborate with St. Joe and are exploring additional lot purchases.

Why join us?

• Competitive base salary and overall compensation package
• Full benefits : Medical, Dental, Vision
• Generous PTO, vacation, sick, and holidays
• Life Insurance coverage
• 401 (K) with generous company match
• Relocation Assistance for the right candidate
• Bonus eligible and tied to deliverables on the production side

Job Details

About the Opportunity :

We are seeking an experienced Accounting Manager with a strong background in construction accounting to join our team in Walton County, FL. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional ready to step into a high-level position within a growing company, while enjoying the lifestyle of Northwest Florida.

Key Responsibilities :

Manage all accounting operations related to construction projects

Oversee month-end and year-end closings

Prepare and review financial statements, budgets, and forecasts

Ensure compliance with GAAP and regulatory standards

Handle accounts payable / receivable, payroll, general ledger, and job costing

Perform variance control and job-level variance analysis

Review balance sheets and P&L statements to ensure accuracy

Work closely with project managers to maintain accurate job cost tracking

Support audits, tax filings, and financial reporting

Supervise and mentor junior accounting staff

Requirements :

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

5–10 years of accounting experience, with a construction background

Proficient in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage 300, etc.)

Strong analytical skills and ability to make quick, accurate decisions

Experience with job costing, variance control, and WIP reporting

Comfortable working at a higher level beyond basic bookkeeping

No CPA required

Preferred Qualifications :

CPA or CMA certification

Prior experience managing an accounting team

Additional Information :

Candidates must be local to or willing to relocate to Walton County, Florida

Relocation assistance may be provided

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