Job Description

Cordia Resources is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant with a strong background in construction accounting to join the growing team of one of our top clients. This role plays a critical part in managing the day-to-day accounting functions, ensuring accurate job cost reporting, and supporting financial operations across multiple construction projects.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in job costing, WIP schedules, and progress billing, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain the general ledger and ensure all transactions are accurately recorded in accordance with GAAP
• Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements, job cost reports, and WIP (Work-in-Progress) schedules
• Oversee progress billing, retention tracking, and change order accounting
• Support project managers with cost tracking and budget variance analysis
• Review and reconcile subcontractor and vendor invoices for accuracy and compliance with contracts
• Assist in the preparation of monthly/quarterly/annual closings
• Coordinate and support external audits and bank compliance reporting
• Maintain and improve internal controls, accounting processes, and documentation
• Monitor and reconcile accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll entries as needed
• Help implement and improve accounting software and systems as the company scales

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 5+ years of accounting experience, with at least 2–3 years in construction or project-based accounting
• Strong knowledge of construction accounting principles, job costing, and WIP reporting
• Experience with AIA billing, retention, and contract compliance
• Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., Sage 300 CRE, Viewpoint, Foundation, or QuickBooks)
• Advanced Excel skills for data analysis and reporting
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational, and communication skills
• CPA or CPA-track is a plus but not required

Preferred Traits

• Self-motivated and proactive with a problem-solving mindset
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate with both finance and field staff
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines across projects

We are looking forward to partnering with you!

Job Tags

Contract work, For subcontractor,

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