Senior Accountant
About The Position
AT CLANCY & THEYS, WE DON’T JUST BUILD PROJECTS — WE BUILD TRUST, TEAMS, AND COMMUNITIES, GUIDED BY OUR FOUR CORE VALUES: SAFETY, STEWARDSHIP, PASSION, AND COLLABORATION. We’re looking for a detail-oriented and collaborative Senior Accountant I to join our Raleigh office-based accounting and finance team. This role is ideal for a hands-on accounting professional who thrives in a project-driven environment and enjoys contributing to the operational success of the business. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting skills, a proactive mindset, and a commitment to accuracy and continuous improvement — The Clancy Way. This is an individual contributor role with no direct reports.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
- Minimum 2+ years of accounting experience, preferably within the construction industry.
- Strong understanding of general ledger accounting, financial close processes, and fixed asset accounting.
- Knowledge of GAAP and accounting best practices.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across departments.
- Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency with accounting software and ERP systems.
- Strong time management skills and commitment to meeting deadlines.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with AIA billing, job cost accounting, and WIP schedules.
- Familiarity with multi-entity or multi-project environments common within commercial construction.
- Experience with construction accounting software such as Sage 300 CRE, Viewpoint, or CMiC.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
- Exposure to process improvement initiatives or accounting system implementation projects.
- CPA certification or progress toward CPA preferred.
Responsibilities
- Maintain the general ledger, including preparation of journal entries and account reconciliations.
- Assist with month-end and year-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
- Track and maintain fixed asset records, including depreciation schedules, additions, disposals, and roll-forwards.
- Support preparation of internal financial reports and variance analyses.
- Assist with tax compliance activities including sales tax reporting, property tax filings, and business license renewals in coordination with external advisors.
- Prepare audit schedules and support auditor and tax advisor requests during annual audits.
- Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and company accounting policies and procedures.
- Assist with tracking and reconciliation of prepaid expenses.
- Review contract terms and change orders to ensure proper inclusion in WIP calculations and revenue projections.
- Maintain organized financial records and documentation for accounting activities and reporting requirements.
- Contribute to process improvement initiatives and assist with documentation of accounting procedures and workflows.
- Assist in managing and maintaining accounting‑related workflows within project management software to ensure accurate financial tracking and reporting.
- Collaborate with project teams and other departments to support operational and financial objectives.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
