
We're seeking a Senior Accountant to take ownership of critical accounting functions across a growing multi-entity organization. This role has a hybrid working schedule, so to be considered, you must live in the Greater Phoenix, AZ area. The ideal candidate brings accounting experience from construction, facilities, contracting, HVAC, or a related project-based industry, including hands-on work with WIP.
You'll lead aspects of the monthly close, prepare accurate financial information, partner with cross-functional teams, and ensure adherence to GAAP, internal policies, and controls in a dynamic, multi-entity environment. This role values attention to detail and a process-improvement mindset, with real opportunities for professional growth and cross-company collaboration.
- Prepare and post monthly journal entries, allocations, accruals, prepaids, and adjustments in the general ledger.
- Drive timely, accurate completion of monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes, including financial statement preparation support.
- Analyze, reconcile, and review balance sheet accounts; identify and resolve variances promptly.
- Manage revenue and cost recognition for work-in-process (WIP) projects, including reconciliations, journal entries, and coordination with project managers and operations teams.
- Partner with the corporate assets team to record, depreciate, and reconcile fixed assets, capital leases, intangible assets, and related schedules.
- Process payroll-related journal entries and perform associated reconciliations.
- Collaborate with shared services teams (accounts payable, cash applications) to verify transaction accuracy, reconcile subledgers, and ensure proper GL posting.
- Review and analyze monthly income statement activity to confirm complete and accurate accruals, deferrals, and expense recognition.
- Document, refine, and improve business processes, accounting policies, and internal controls.
- Perform monthly financial analysis to identify trends, risks, cost-saving opportunities, and performance improvement areas.
- Engage with operations and project teams to provide financial insights and support decision-making.
- Assist external auditors during annual audits by preparing schedules, responding to inquiries, and ensuring timely completion.
- Monitor departmental workflows, develop efficient procedures, and maintain high standards of accuracy.
- Ensure ongoing compliance with GAAP, applicable laws/regulations, and internal policies.
- Respond to inquiries from executives, management, and stakeholders regarding financial results, variances, and ad-hoc reporting.
- Lead or support special projects, process improvements, and other tasks as assigned.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting experience; A background in a multi-entity, project-based, service, construction, or mechanical/trades environment is strongly preferred.
- Advanced proficiency with mid-market ERP/accounting systems (Sage Intacct experience is a plus) and Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs/XLOOKUPs, data modeling).
- Strong reconciliation skills with the ability to work through backlog independently
- Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, multi-entity environment with shifting priorities
- Highly organized with proven ability to manage multiple priorities, projects, and deadlines.
- Advanced critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical abilities.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while exercising sound judgment.
- Competitive compensation based on experience, with performance incentive opportunities.
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, HSA options with employer contributions, and company-paid basic life insurance.
- Paid time off, holiday pay, and a 401(k) retirement savings plan.
- Professional development through hands-on training, mentorship, certifications, and clear career advancement paths.
- Inclusive, supportive culture that values collaboration, integrity, and personal fulfillment.