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Construction Staff Accountant

Brilliant Financial Search - FL
Fort Lauderdale, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 2/10/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/25/2025

Job Description

Job Description

Our client is a reputable construction firm dedicated to delivering high-quality projects on time and within budget. They are seeking a Staff Accountant with comprehensive full-cycle accounting experience and a strong background in supporting both workers' compensation and year-end audits. The ideal candidate will play a key role in managing accounting operations and ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Oversee full-cycle accounting processes, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, general ledger maintenance, and month-end / year-end closings.
  • Prepare and analyze financial statements, ensuring accuracy and adherence to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
  • Assist in workers' compensation audits by :

Gathering and organizing payroll records, employee classifications, and job descriptions.

  • Ensuring accurate reporting of payroll, including overtime payments, to reflect true risk exposure.
  • Providing certificates of insurance for subcontractors and verifying their coverage status.
  • Responding promptly to auditor inquiries and supplying additional documentation as required.
  • Support year-end audits by :
  • Preparing audit schedules and reconciling year-end balances.

  • Gathering supporting documentation for financial statements and tax filings.
  • Collaborating with external auditors to address inquiries and ensure timely completion of the audit process.
  • Reconcile bank statements, vendor accounts, and other general ledger accounts regularly.
  • Help monitor and report on project costs, ensuring alignment with budgets and identifying variances.
  • Collaborate with project managers and other departments to provide financial insights and support informed decision-making.
  • Qualifications :

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • 2 years of accounting experience, preferably within the construction industry.
  • Proven full-cycle accounting experience, including month-end and year-end close processes.
  • Experience assisting with workers' compensation and year-end audits , including preparation and review of necessary documentation.
  • Company Description

    Brilliant is an award-winning staffing and recruiting firm that provides direct-hire and contract staffing services in accounting, finance and technology, serving businesses across the continental U.S.

    Our specialized accounting and finance teams provide high-quality talent for businesses seeking expert consultants or permanent staff in areas such as accounting, finance, audit, tax, treasury and financial systems. Leveraging our extensive network and resources, we provide tailored staffing solutions that align with our clients' specific needs. Many of our team members are seasoned professionals with backgrounds in the audit and accounting space, bringing unmatched market expertise and insight.

    In the technology space, we specialize in matching top talent with businesses in need of expertise in data analytics and data science, machine learning, AI, application development, IT security, project management and IT infrastructure. Our deep industry knowledge enables us to deliver tailored solutions that help our clients adapt to the changing digital landscape.

    Since our inception in 2009, we have been recognized on leading industry lists, including Forbes America’s Best Professional & Executive Recruiting Firms, Crain’s Chicago Business Fast 50 (No. 1 in 2015) and Staffing Industry Analysts Fastest-Growing U.S. Staffing Firms. Our achievements also include honors such as ClearlyRated’s Best of Staffing Talent and Client, Inc. 5000, Best Places to Work South Florida and Best & Brightest Companies to Work For®.

    We’re committed to creating a collaborative environment for our team that thrives on innovation, passion and dedication within our fast-paced culture. We aim to make a meaningful impact in the accounting, finance and technology spaces while helping our clients and candidates achieve their goals. From empowering our talent to fostering strong partnerships, everything we do is driven by our mission of making people’s lives better.

    Company Description

    Brilliant is an award-winning staffing and recruiting firm that provides direct-hire and contract staffing services in accounting, finance and technology, serving businesses across the continental U.S. Our specialized accounting and finance teams provide high-quality talent for businesses seeking expert consultants or permanent staff in areas such as accounting, finance, audit, tax, treasury and financial systems. Leveraging our extensive network and resources, we provide tailored staffing solutions that align with our clients' specific needs. Many of our team members are seasoned professionals with backgrounds in the audit and accounting space, bringing unmatched market expertise and insight. In the technology space, we specialize in matching top talent with businesses in need of expertise in data analytics and data science, machine learning, AI, application development, IT security, project management and IT infrastructure. Our deep industry knowledge enables us to deliver tailored solutions that help our clients adapt to the changing digital landscape. Since our inception in 2009, we have been recognized on leading industry lists, including Forbes America’s Best Professional & Executive Recruiting Firms, Crain’s Chicago Business Fast 50 (No. 1 in 2015) and Staffing Industry Analysts Fastest-Growing U.S. Staffing Firms. Our achievements also include honors such as ClearlyRated’s Best of Staffing Talent and Client, Inc. 5000, Best Places to Work South Florida and Best & Brightest Companies to Work For®. We’re committed to creating a collaborative environment for our team that thrives on innovation, passion and dedication within our fast-paced culture. We aim to make a meaningful impact in the accounting, finance and technology spaces while helping our clients and candidates achieve their goals. From empowering our talent to fostering strong partnerships, everything we do is driven by our mission of making people’s lives better.

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