Job Summary We are seeking an Accounting Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will support the accounting department by analyzing financial information, maintaining accurate records of incoming and outgoing payments, preparing payroll, and other essential accounting tasks. The ideal candidate is highly organized with strong mathematical skills and previous experience in bookkeeping or accounting.
Responsibilities
Communicate with vendors and suppliers to ensure the accuracy of charges and payments.
Track vendor and subcontractor documentation, including W-9s, insurance, contracts, lien waivers, and other required documents as applicable.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and developments.
Enter financial data and transactions.
Analyze budgets and other financial information.
Reconcile bank statements.
Prepare financial reports and statements.
Verify the accuracy of transactions that have been entered.
Process accounts payable and accounts receivable.
Create accounting policies to comply with all rules and regulations.
Process and review payroll and supporting payroll documentation.
Maintain accurate financial records in QuickBooks.
Handle general accounting functions, including AP, AR, reconciliations, journal entries, and account review.
Monitor contract compliance and financial requirements associated with company projects.
Review invoices and supporting documentation before payment.
Assist with job-cost accounting and project-related financial tracking.
Maintain organized accounting and contract files.
Assist with financial reports and provide requested financial information to leadership.
Work with the company's CPA, payroll provider, bonding company, insurance providers, and other financial partners as needed.
Identify discrepancies and resolve them rather than simply processing questionable charges.
Follow established approval procedures and maintain appropriate internal controls.
Complete accounting tasks in the proper sequence and ensure prerequisites are satisfied before moving to the next step.
Other accounting and administrative duties as assigned based on company needs.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field
Previous experience as an accountant, bookkeeper, or similar position
Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
Good with spreadsheets, experienced in Microsoft Excel, QuickBooks, and basic accounting systems
Strong mathematical and analytical skills
Excellent attention to detail, time management, and communication skills
Construction accounting, payroll, job costing, and contract compliance experience are strongly preferred.
Strong organization, attention to detail, follow-through, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
ADP Run knowledge required
Connect Team knowledge preferred.
What We Offer
Competitive salary based on experience.
Opportunities for growth within a growing company
Supportive, team-oriented work environment
Health benefits, 401(k), and paid time off (PTO)
Numbers & Facts
Location
Saint Joseph, MO
Job Type
Full-time
Skills
ADPunmatched
Accountingunmatched
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Accounting Softwareunmatched
Accounts Payableunmatched
Accounts Receivableunmatched
Administrative Skillsunmatched
Analysis Skillsunmatched
Billingunmatched
Bookkeepingunmatched
Budgetingunmatched
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)unmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Constructionunmatched
Contract Managementunmatched
Cost Accountingunmatched
Data Entryunmatched
Dental Insuranceunmatched
Detail Orientedunmatched
Documentationunmatched
Financial Analysisunmatched
Financial Complianceunmatched
Financial Reportingunmatched
Financial Statementsunmatched
Financial Transactionsunmatched
Follow Throughunmatched
Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)unmatched
Insuranceunmatched
Intuit Quickbooksunmatched
Journal Entriesunmatched
Leadershipunmatched
Liensunmatched
Maintain Complianceunmatched
Mathematicsunmatched
Microsoft Excelunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Payroll Accountingunmatched
Payroll Administrationunmatched
Policy Developmentunmatched
Procedure Developmentunmatched
Reconciliationunmatched
Record Keepingunmatched
Regulationsunmatched
Regulatory Complianceunmatched
Spreadsheetsunmatched
Support Documentationunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
Time Managementunmatched
Vision Planunmatched
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