Staff Accountant - Virtual Company
Shelton, CT 06484
About the Job
Position Title: Staff Accountant
Company Overview: Our client is respected leader in the commercial construction industry, specializing in office buildings, retail spaces and hospitality. With a focus on innovation, quality, and client satisfaction, we are committed to delivering exceptional results on every project we undertake.
Position Overview: We are currently seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Staff Accountant to join our client's finance team. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of accounting principles and a passion for the commercial construction sector. This role presents an exciting opportunity to contribute to the financial success of our projects and be part of a dynamic construction environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Reporting:
- Prepare accurate and timely financial reports, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements, for commercial construction projects.
- Conduct regular financial analysis to monitor project performance and identify areas for improvement.
- Assist in the development of project budgets and forecasts to support project planning and decision-making.
Accounts Payable/Receivable:
- Oversee accounts payable processes, including invoice verification, payment processing, and vendor management, for commercial construction projects.
- Manage accounts receivable activities, including billing, invoicing, and collections, to ensure timely payment from clients.
- Reconcile vendor and client accounts, resolving any discrepancies promptly.
Payroll Processing:
- Coordinate payroll processing for project staff, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant regulations and company policies.
- Maintain payroll records and handle employee inquiries related to payroll, benefits, and deductions.
- Collaborate with HR and project managers to address payroll-related issues and concerns.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- CPA certification or progress towards CPA preferred.
- Previous experience in the commercial construction industry or related field is a plus.
- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage), Microsoft Excel, and other financial tools.
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Vaco values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.
EEO Notice
Vaco is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.
Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com .
Vaco also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal.
By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal.
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- California residents may access Vaco’s HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here.
- Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here.
- Residents of all other states may access our policies here.
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Pay Transparency Notice
Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:
- the individual’s skill sets, experience and training;
- licensure and certification requirements;
- office location and other geographic considerations;
- other business and organizational needs.
With that said, as required by local law, Vaco believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.