Description:
Staff Accountant
Company: John Rocchio Corporation
Location: Smithfield, RI
Position Overview:
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Staff Accountant to join our team. This role focuses on job cost accounting while also providing support to the payroll and accounts payable functions. You will work closely with the Controller and Project Managers to ensure accurate cost tracking and financial reporting, while assisting with payroll processing and vendor invoice management.
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain accurate job cost records and prepare detailed job cost reports for Project Managers and the Controller
- Create, update and maintain jobs as awarded / completed
- Generate cost-to-complete reports and track accrued costs for progress payments
- Assist in preparing labor rate breakdowns and updating equipment cost for estimating and billing
- Monitor and track equipment and office rentals
- Support preparation and processing of subcontract/vendor back charges and change orders
- Input quantities and production to job cost CMiC accounting software
- Prepare Budget vs Actual reports as requested by the controller and operations teams
- Track and monitor high risk items on the jobs (schedules, escalations, etc)
Supporting Responsibilities:
- Assist with weekly payroll processing, including reviewing timesheets and ensuring coding accuracy
- Support union reporting and certified payroll submissions as needed.
- Provide backup assistance for accounts payable, including invoice verification and data entry.
- Help reconcile vendor statements and assist with monthly and year-end processes such as w-2 and 1099 preparation
- Other administrative functions as needed to support finance operations
Qualifications:
- Associates degree in accounting or related field
- Experience in construction industry accounting preferred
- Understanding of accounting principles and job cost processes
- Proficiency in Microsoft office suite and accounting software
- Ability to collaborate in a fast-paced environment and maintain confidentiality
- Excellent communication and problem solving skills
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
- Comprehensive health and dental insurance
- 401k retirement plan with company match
- PTO and Holidays
- Professional development opportunities
- Collaborative and inclusive work environment