CFO Systems Recruiting & Staffing

Senior Accountant

CFO Systems Search & Staffing - Council Bluffs, IA, United States

We’re Hiring: Senior Accountant

Do you love diving into the numbers and turning financial data into strategic insights? Are you looking for a high-impact role where your expertise will directly influence operational excellence and business performance? We’re looking for a Senior Accountant who’s ready to take ownership of financial reporting, streamline processes, and help lead our finance team into the future.

This isn’t just another accounting job—it’s your opportunity to make a difference in a fast-paced, construction environment with complex and exciting projects.


What You’ll Do:

Financial Reporting & Accounting

  • Own the month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting
  • Prepare accurate financial statements in accordance with GAAP
  • Ensure precision in revenue recognition, job cost accounting, and WIP reporting
  • Maintain general ledger integrity and collaborate with leadership and auditors

AP/AR Oversight

  • Oversee AP/AR processes for accuracy, collections, and timely vendor payments
  • Review and approve payment batches and support optimization of expense workflows

Budgeting & Analysis

  • Support budget development and forecasting
  • Analyze financial data and job costs to provide insights for leadership and project teams
  • Identify opportunities for cost savings and profitability improvements

Tax & Compliance

  • Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local tax regulations
  • Support audit processes and manage tax documentation (sales tax, payroll tax, etc.)

Process Improvement & Systems

  • Develop and refine accounting policies and internal controls
  • Recommend process improvements and assist with ERP and systems implementation


What We’re Looking For:

  • Bachelor’s in Accounting or Finance (CPA or CMA preferred)
  • 5+ years of accounting experience, ideally in construction or a related industry
  • Strong grasp of GAAP, accrual accounting, and WIP reporting
  • ERP experience—Vista by Viewpoint a major plus
  • Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, financial modeling)
  • Highly analytical, detail-oriented, and able to juggle multiple priorities
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills


Why Join Us?

  • Be part of a forward-thinking team that values accuracy, innovation, and results
  • Make an immediate impact by improving financial systems and helping shape business strategy
  • Work in a collaborative environment with a strong commitment to excellence
  • Enjoy opportunities for professional growth and leadership

Work Environment: Office-based with some travel to project sites or for training as needed.

Ready to take the next step in your accounting career? Apply now and help us build a smarter financial future.

 




Compensation: 75-80k



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