Senior Accountant

Council Bluffs, Iowa

CFO Systems Recruiting & Staffing
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We're Hiring: Senior Accountant

Do you love diving into the numbers and turning financial data into strategic insights? Are you looking for a high-impact role where your expertise will directly influence operational excellence and business performance? We're looking for a Senior Accountant who's ready to take ownership of financial reporting, streamline processes, and help lead our finance team into the future.

This isn't just another accounting job-it's your opportunity to make a difference in a fast-paced, construction environment with complex and exciting projects.


What You'll Do:

Financial Reporting & Accounting

  • Own the month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting
  • Prepare accurate financial statements in accordance with GAAP
  • Ensure precision in revenue recognition, job cost accounting, and WIP reporting
  • Maintain general ledger integrity and collaborate with leadership and auditors

AP/AR Oversight

  • Oversee AP/AR processes for accuracy, collections, and timely vendor payments
  • Review and approve payment batches and support optimization of expense workflows

Budgeting & Analysis

  • Support budget development and forecasting
  • Analyze financial data and job costs to provide insights for leadership and project teams
  • Identify opportunities for cost savings and profitability improvements

Tax & Compliance

  • Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local tax regulations
  • Support audit processes and manage tax documentation (sales tax, payroll tax, etc.)

Process Improvement & Systems

  • Develop and refine accounting policies and internal controls
  • Recommend process improvements and assist with ERP and systems implementation

What We're Looking For:

  • Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance (CPA or CMA preferred)
  • 5+ years of accounting experience, ideally in construction or a related industry
  • Strong grasp of GAAP, accrual accounting, and WIP reporting
  • ERP experience-Vista by Viewpoint a major plus
  • Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, financial modeling)
  • Highly analytical, detail-oriented, and able to juggle multiple priorities
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Why Join Us?

  • Be part of a forward-thinking team that values accuracy, innovation, and results
  • Make an immediate impact by improving financial systems and helping shape business strategy
  • Work in a collaborative environment with a strong commitment to excellence
  • Enjoy opportunities for professional growth and leadership

Work Environment: Office-based with some travel to project sites or for training as needed.

Ready to take the next step in your accounting career? Apply now and help us build a smarter financial future.


Date Posted: 02 May 2025
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