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Senior Accountant

Lawrence B. Bonas Company
Costa Mesa, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 2/4/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/2/2025

Job Description

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY :

Under the direction of the Controller, this position is responsible for assisting in the preparation of the monthly financial statements, year-end audit, and annual budgets.  This position will be preparing and inputting journal entries, analyzing and reconciling general ledger accounts, and other projects directed by the team.  Communicate and interact with Department Heads, Purchasing, and other department personnel regarding the accounting and financial matters relevant to their projects and departments.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

  • Assist with preparing monthly financial statements, management reporting and analysis to include monthly billing & closing reports.
  • Analyze and reconcile general ledger accounts, quarterly review of accruals
  • Oversee all accounting procedures for accuracy and reliability, book monthly journal entries.
  • Maintain fixed asset and inventory module.
  • Inform management of WC / GL insurance exposure at end of year audit time and Superintendents WC field cost to office cost.
  • Perform Year End closeout accounting entries and documents for CPA
  • Prepare Business License filing and other tax support
  • Bank reconciliations, analysis of shop costs, accuracy of job cost reports, field Health, Vacation, and Bonus reconciliation
  • Weekly field / office payroll, weekly tax calculations and reporting.  Quarterly / Annual state and federal Tax Returns.  Yearend W2 reporting.
  • OCIP enrollments and reporting, estimate OCIP deductions, verify OCIP auditor deductions from payments, and keep current OCIP COI’s and Payroll deductions for WC / GL audits.
  • Handle all aspects of WC / GL insurance audits and auditors, communicate disputed audit amounts with insurance brokers and management.
  • Handle all aspects of the Union reporting and audits.  Reconcile Union discrepancies regarding pay rates, if necessary, provide restitution payments.
  • Other duties and responsibilities assigned by the manager (i.e., special projects).

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :

  • Minimum 5 years accounting experience with a construction subcontractor, preferably with union / prevailing wage subcontractor.
  • Strong understanding and ability to apply GAAP.
  • Experience in preparing monthly financial statements and account reconciliations.
  • Strong follow-through on all projects; ability to multi-task and bring projects to timely completion.
  • Detail oriented with strong organizational skills and commitment to accuracy and quality, while meeting goals and deadlines.
  • Proficiency and experience with Microsoft Excel and Windows is a must.
  • Proficient in the use of Computer Ease / Deltek to analyze information and create various reports, preferred but not required.
  • Ability to collaborate with both the project managers and other department personnel in improving business processes and financial controls.
  • Effective written and oral communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently
  • Ability to handle various projects in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to interact positively and effectively in a team setting
  • Four-year business / accounting degree is preferred.
  • Construction accounting experience preferred but not required.
  • Budgeting, forecasting and analytical experience a plus.
  • BONAS COMPETENCIES :

  • Proactivity / Initiative :  Recognizes what needs to be done and accomplishes it in a manner appropriate for one's level / position and with minimal supervision.
  • Perseverance :  Shows wherewithal to fight for difficult goals despite challenges and to bounce back from adversity.
  • Insight :  The ability to gather and make sense of information that suggests new possibilities.
  • Engagement :  Shows a knack for using emotion and logic to communicate a persuasive vision and connect with people.
  • Teamwork :  The ability to effectively work toward common goals with others by supporting, encouraging, and sharing information in an authentic and approachable manner.
  • Big Picture :  Understands and contributes to organizations' short- and long-term business strategy.  On a personal level has independently developed a vision for short- and long-term career success.
  • Motivation / Dedication :  Commits to excellence in pursuing unselfish goals.  Initiates action with collective goals takes responsibility and shows personal humility.
  • Technical Curiosity / Willingness to Learn :  Interest in seeking out new experiences, knowledge, and candid feed, back; demonstrating an openness to learning and change.
  • Problem-Solver :  Ability to identify, analyze, and solve a problem in support of personal, group, department, or organizational objectives.
  • PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

    The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

  • The employee may regularly lift and / or move up to 10 pounds, and occasionally lift and / or move up to 20 pounds.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision and Distance vision.
  • While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit for prolonged periods, stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.
  • The employee is regularly required to walk and sit.
  • This individual must be a responsible person and regular attendance is required.
  • Competitive Wages :

    80,000 to $95,000 Annual Salary. Applicants, please note that actual compensation is determined by several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to job-related skills, depth of experience, certifications, relevant education or training, and specific work location, among others. The offered wage or salary is only one aspect of an employee's total compensation.

    Company Description

    Bonas Company is a leader in commercial painting and coating solutions, serving all southern California. As an industry leading painting contractor, we are excited to bring exceptional customer service to our clients.

    Company Description

    Bonas Company is a leader in commercial painting and coating solutions, serving all southern California. As an industry leading painting contractor, we are excited to bring exceptional customer service to our clients.

    Salary : $80,000 - $95,000

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