Senior Accountant

KSI•Phoenix, AZ

11d•$85,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

A well-established, locally owned subcontractor is seeking a hands-on, detail-oriented Senior Accountant to oversee and perform the day-to-day accounting and support the financial operations of its commercial construction business in Phoenix, Arizona. This is a casual, friendly office environment. This role is ideal for an accounting professional who enjoys owning the details while contributing to the bigger financial picture. The position offers the opportunity to take responsibility for day-to-day accounting operations, financial reporting, job costing, payroll oversight, and month-end close activities while working closely with company leadership and finance executives. Must be comfortable working in a hands-on environment where accuracy, responsiveness, and follow-through are critical. Reporting to a supportive Finance Leadership Team, this position offers meaningful responsibility, autonomy, and mentorship with the opportunity to grow into broader accounting and operational leadership responsibilities over time. As the individual becomes established in the role, there may be opportunities to support accounting and financial initiatives across affiliated companies within a growing family of businesses. Roles and responsibilities can change depending on the needs of the organization.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
5+ years of progressive accounting experience
Construction industry experience strongly preferred
Strong understanding of GAAP and general accounting principles
Experience with job costing, payroll, and financial statement preparation
Experience working with subcontractors and construction-related billing processes
Ability to analyze financial information and identify trends or concerns
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Self-motivated with a high level of accountability and ownership
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Comfortable working independently while collaborating with leadership
Ability to speak, read and write in the English language.
Experience with QuickBooks Online strongly preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite
Experience with construction accounting systems is a plus
Ability to learn and adapt to new technologies and processes

Responsibilities

Oversee the accounts receivable process, including customer invoicing, entering customer payments, and making bank deposits
Manage the accounts payable process, including confirming invoice pricing against quotes and purchase orders
Enter and process vendor invoices for payment and reconcile vendor statements
Oversee in-house payroll processing, ensuring accurate employee compensation, payroll tax compliance, reporting, and timely payroll administration
Prepare, file, and reconcile sales tax returns across multiple jurisdictions
Maintain organized financial records and supporting documentation
Reconcile subsidiary accounts and general ledger accounts
Prepare trial balances and support month-end financial reporting activities
Prepare and maintain job costing reports and commission statements
Monitor project costs, labor allocations, and job profitability reporting
Collaborate with subcontractors regarding payments, compliance documentation, and contract requirements
Assist leadership with project costing, financial reporting, and operational analysis
Ensure adherence to accounting standards, company policies, and regulatory requirements
Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and operational efficiencies
Work closely with company leadership to support day-to-day financial operations
Contribute to special projects and additional accounting initiatives as needed