Staff Accountant (Construction)
Smarter HR Solutions • Houston, Texas • Contractor
Posted on Sat, Jun 6, 2026
Job Title: Staff Accountant (Construction)
Job Type: Temp-to-hire or Direct hire
Job Salary: $70,000-$75,000 (DOE)
Job Schedule: M-F, 40 hrs/week
Job Location: Houston, TX 77002
Position Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant with a strong background in the construction industry to support our growing accounting team. This role will be responsible for day-to-day accounting operations, job cost tracking, and financial reporting. Experience with Sage 100 or ComputerEase is highly preferred.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, including month-end and year-end close processes
- Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations
- Support job costing and project accounting, ensuring accurate tracking of construction project expenses and revenues
- Monitor work-in-progress (WIP) schedules and assist with revenue recognition
- Process invoices, subcontractor pay applications, and lien waivers
- Assist with accounts payable and receivable activities as needed
- Partner with project managers to review budgets, forecasts, and cost variances
- Prepare financial reports and support internal/external audits
- Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies
- Assist with process improvements and system enhancements
Requirements
Qualifications
- Bachelorâs degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 2â5 years of accounting experience, with construction industry experience required
- Strong understanding of job costing, WIP reporting, and project-based accounting
- Experience with Sage 100 or ComputerEase
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, data analysis)
- Knowledge of GAAP principles
- Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with subcontract billing, AIA billing, and retainage tracking
- Exposure to multi-entity or multi-project accounting environments
- CPA or CPA track (a plus, not required)
Work Environment
- Onsite role based in Houston, TX
- Collaborative, team-oriented construction accounting environment
Benefits
Compensation
- Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, PTO, etc.)