Construction Accountant in Jacksonville, Florida at SST Direct

Seeking a Construction Accountant for a direct hire opportunity with our client in Jacksonville, FL.

This position offers full benefits including PTO, Medical, Dental and Vision!

Salary is between $60K - $100K per year (based on experience)

The Construction Accountant will provide strategic financial leadership for the company, overseeing financial planning, risk management, reporting, and operational efficiency. This role is critical for supporting business growth, ensuring profitability, and guiding executive decision-making in alignment with company objectives.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute financial strategies aligned with company goals and construction project requirements.
• Oversee all financial operations, including accounting, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial reporting.
• Monitor project financials, including job costing, profit margins, change orders, and billing.
• Analyze financial performance, identify trends, and recommend corrective actions.
• Ensure timely filing of all taxes, licenses, insurance, bonding, and regulatory requirements
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local financial regulations, as well as construction industry standards.
• Lead risk management, insurance, bonding, and surety processes.
• Collaborate with executive leadership on mergers, acquisitions, and major capital expenditures.
• Manage relationships with banks, auditors, insurers, and other financial stakeholders.
• Implement and optimize financial systems and internal controls.
• Provide financial guidance to project managers, department heads, and other stakeholders.
• Prepare and present financial reports to the Board of Directors and executive team.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; MBA or CPA preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of financial management experience, with at least 5 years in construction or heavy civil industry.
• Strong knowledge of construction accounting, job costing, and project-based financial management.
• Proven experience with budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial analysis.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and strategic thinking skills.
• Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems (e.g., Quickbooks, Sage 300, Viewpoint, Procore, or similar).
• Experience managing risk, bonding, and insurance in the construction industry.
• Ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights for non-financial stakeholders.
• Experience with mergers, acquisitions, or large-scale capital projects.
• Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills.

If you are interested in learning more about this role, please submit your resume for immediate consideration!

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