Staff Accountant
Houston, TX Direct-Hire $70000.00 - $90000.00 Onsite

Job Description

Ledgent Finance & Accounting is currently partnering with a Houston client in the construction industry to identify a Staff Accountant for their team. This is a great opportunity to join a well-established and growing company.

Responsibilities:

  • Perform general ledger maintenance, journal entries, and monthly reconciliations
  • Apply percentage of completion methodology to track revenue recognition and project performance
  • Work closely with project managers to ensure accurate job costing, billing, and forecasting
  • Prepare and analyze monthly financial reports and assist with the close process
  • Support internal and external audits, as well as tax-related activities
  • Maintain compliance with GAAP and internal policies and procedures

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • 3+ years of accounting experience specifically within the construction industry
  • Strong understanding of revenue recognition and financial reporting
  • ERP Systems proficiency
  • Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, etc.)
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.

Job Reference: JN -052025-397691