Senior Project Accountant (Construction & Engineering)

Company Overview :

Our client is a regional leader in the engineering and construction industry Southeastern US experiencing substantial growth in multiple lines of business. They are committed to operational excellence, continuous improvement, and empowering teams to deliver high-quality results across all business functions for the communities they serve.

Position Summary :

The Assistant Controller will play a critical role in managing day-to-day accounting activities working closely with the Controller to support the company’s financial success and goals. You will take ownership of internal auditing, project accounting, budgetary management, financial analysis, forecasting, AP / AR, and financial reporting.

• Oversees day-to-day activities of accounts payable and receivable, billing, general ledger entry and reconciliation, cash flow management, maintain fixed assets accounting, monthly financial statements, budgeting and financial reporting.
• Owns accounting procedures, processes, internal controls (implementing, monitoring, enhancing), and database management
• Manages Account Receivable (AR), Account Payable (AP) personnel and oversees their work performance
• Assures accounting compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
• Manages operational data and ensures data integrity and accuracy as well as development of operational procedures and documentation of data flow
• Prepares accurate reports and financial statements on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis
• Plans, organizes and coordinates the monthly closing procedures and processes
• Reviews audit reports for accuracy
• Audits workflow to assure that all accounting transactions are appropriately authorized
• Assists in the month-end closing and financial reporting process including account analysis and reconciliation
• Coordinates the annual and interim financial statement audits with external auditors including preparation of all supporting schedules
• Conducts year end preparation of financial information for auditors
• Assists Project Managers with client invoices
• Analyzes billing, expenses and job costing
• Performs financial analysis of balance sheets and income statements
• Maintains fixed asset system of all property and equipment
• Responsible for ensuring all payroll taxes and fiduciary responsibilities are met
• Trains staff on internal control procedures
• Works on special projects, as requested, and assists others as needed

Requirements

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco / Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco / Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan.

Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

EEO Notice

Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.

Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and / or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com .

Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal .

By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal.

Privacy Notice

Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries (“we,” “our,” or “Vaco by Highspring”) respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies.

Pay Transparency Notice

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to :

With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.