Posted 06/11/2025
Job Number: 13181

Construction Staff Accountant

Escondido, California Onsite

Industry: Construction

Job Category: Accounting

Job Type: Direct Hire

Salary: $70,000 - $90,000/Annually

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Job Description

A successful and growing electrical subcontractor is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Accountant to join their tight-knit and collaborative accounting team. This is a dynamic, full-time onsite role where you’ll support the Controller across core accounting functions, including invoicing, procurement, timekeeping, and job costing. You’ll be cross-trained in all aspects of accounting and will play a key part in keeping financial operations running smoothly. This position is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, family-owned construction environment, is highly organized, and ready to grow into a more advanced accounting role over time.

Salary Range: $70,000 – $90,000 / year DOE

Construction Staff Accountant Responsibilities:

  • Process and resolve invoice discrepancies and maintain vendor communications
  • Manage procurement entries, AP/AR tasks, and general accounting functions
  • Backup payroll/timekeeping functions as needed
  • Assist with job cost tracking and ensure accurate GL coding
  • Ensure compliance with “pay when paid” policies and lien release requirements
  • Support billing processes for large-scale, long-term commercial construction projects
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with project managers and field teams
  • Maintain a paperless invoicing system
  • Provide backup support and cross-train on various accounting responsibilities

Construction Staff Accountant Requirements:

  • Minimum 2 years of accounting experience within the construction industry
  • Understanding of job costing, GL coding, and AP/AR cycles
  • Must have month end and job costing experience
  • Experience with lien releases, ACH/check runs, and invoice routing
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and general tech-savviness
  • Highly organized, proactive, and eager to learn multiple accounting functions
  • Familiarity with Foundation and/or Textura is a plus
  • No degree required, but strong general accounting experience is essential

Benefits:

  • Competitive base salary
  • 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision for employee and family
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Fantastic PTO
  • 10 to 11 paid holidays annually
  • Friendly, social, and collaborative office culture with frequent team lunches and events
  • Career growth opportunity into Assistant Controller role

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to deepen their accounting knowledge within a well-established, people-first company that values teamwork, loyalty, and internal growth. If you’re organized, adaptable, and ready to dive into the fast-paced world of construction finance, apply now!

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