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Robert Half Sr. Accountant in San Francisco, California

Description

We are seeking an experienced Sr. Accountant to join our dynamic team based in San Francisco, California. As a Sr. Accountant, you'll play a pivotal role in our accounting department, ensuring all projects are accounted for in compliance with company policy and contractual requirements. Your role will encompass a variety of tasks, including processing customer applications, maintaining accurate customer records, and resolving customer inquiries.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with the accounting team to ensure timely completion of month-end close for the balance sheet and income statement, providing necessary backup documentation and schedules.

  • Conduct month-end and year-end reconciliations for bank accounts and the balance sheet.

  • Prepare monthly and year-end journal entries, ensuring proper documentation and a clear audit trail.

  • Maintain and update the fixed assets schedule, including tracking depreciation.

  • Support the coordination of the annual external audit and tax preparation process.

  • Oversee the full project life cycle, including construction costing, billing methods, earned revenue, change orders, project budgets, contract compliance, and construction reporting metrics.

  • Analyze project expenses and compare them with budget-to-actual reports alongside project managers to proactively identify and address potential cost overruns.

  • Review all project invoices and ensure they align with the established budget.

  • Ensure accurate and timely posting of project transactions, such as costs, billings, change orders, budget adjustments, and transfers.

  • Perform weekly and monthly bank reconciliations to maintain accurate financial records.

  • Manage monthly and year-end close activities to ensure financial accuracy.

  • Handle quarterly profit share reconciliations for project managers.

  • Reconcile loan balances and maintain the debt schedule.

  • Coordinate project closeout procedures with project managers to ensure proper completion.

  • Serve as the point of contact for vehicle and equipment administration, including purchase setup, loan document processing, and maintaining equipment records in Sage.

  • Provide cross-training within the accounting department to ensure staff development.

  • Assist with the implementation of new accounting processes and procedures.

  • Manage various ad-hoc projects as needed.

    Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting (preferred)

  • 5+ years of construction project accounting experience in the construction and development industry

  • Proficiency in full-cycle accounting, including managing general ledgers, journal entries, and account reconciliations

  • Extensive experience in project invoicing and billing

  • Familiarity with the construction lien release process

  • Proficient in Microsoft Suite (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

  • Hands-on experience with accounting software such as Sage 100 and Textura

  • Detail-oriented with strong financial acumen

  • Strong interpersonal skills, initiative, multitasking ability, and adaptability to shifting priorities

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

  • Strong organizational skills, accuracy, and attention to detail

  • Ability to work under pressure with multiple priorities and deadlines

  • Demonstrates professional judgment and the ability to work independently

  • Ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters with diplomacy

  • In-depth knowledge of accounting regulations and procedures, including GAAP

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

Robert Half will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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