Construction Staff Accountant

Hawker Construction • Costa Mesa, CA

13d • Hybrid

About The Position

We're seeking a Staff Accountant to take ownership of our day-to-day accounting while also supporting higher-level financial clarity and reporting. This role is ideal for someone who is equally comfortable zooming out to understand the full financial picture and zooming in to manage highly detailed, accurate work . You'll work closely with company leadership and project teams to ensure our financial systems support smart decision-making, clean job cost tracking, and continued growth. Experience with construction accounting and QuickBooks Online is essential. This role is open to remote work (California familiarity preferred).

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 2-5 years of accounting experience, preferably within construction or project-based industries
• Strong proficiency in QuickBooks Online (construction job costing experience required)
• Solid understanding of GAAP and construction cost accounting principles
• Advanced Excel skills and comfort working with detailed financial data
• Exceptionally detail-oriented while able to think strategically about the business as a whole
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Clear, professional communicator with a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting transactions including AP/AR, payroll entries, expense reports, and vendor invoicing
• Own monthly and quarterly close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Maintain the general ledger and ensure proper classification of all transactions
• Process, review, and reconcile vendor invoices, statements, and credit card activity
• Track detailed project costs, budgets, change orders, and cost codes in coordination with project management
• Assist with progress billing, draw schedules, and monitoring receivables
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and project-related accounts
• Prepare and deliver financial reports and job cost analysis to support leadership decisions
• Support CPA, tax filings, and any external audits by preparing clean documentation
• Identify and implement process improvements within QuickBooks Online and related workflows
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and applicable regulations

Benefits

• Competitive compensation aligned with experience
• Paid time off and holidays
• Remote work flexibility
• A respectful, high-standards culture that values craftsmanship, integrity, and accountability
• The opportunity to work closely with ownership and play a meaningful role in the company's operations and growth

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level