Staff Accountant

Job Title: Staff Accountant

SOC code:43-3031

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

Department/Location:Accounting / Palmer Office

Reports to: Controller

Status: Full Time, Temp to Full Time, Regular

EEO-1: Administrative Support

Normal Work Hours and Days:

Regular office hours are 8:00AM to 5:00PM Monday through Friday. May be required to work overtime depending on workload.

Benefits: Once eligible, Health Insurance (medical, dental, vision) 401k, PTO & Holiday Pay

EEO Statement:

Cruz Construction, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, other protected activities, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. This employer participates in E-Verify.

Summary:

Responsible for supporting financial operations by handling administrative and accounting tasks. Involves a mix of bookkeeping, financial reporting and clerical work to ensure smooth accounting processes.

Essential Functions:

§ Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable:

o Processing invoices and payments

o Managing collections and following up on outstanding receivables.

o Reconciling vendor and customer accounts.

•

General Accounting Support:

o Assisting with journal entries and ledger maintenance

o Preparing financial reports and summaries

o Assisting with month-end and year-end closing.

•

Administrative Duties:

o Maintaining financial records and filing systems

o Coordinating with vendors, clients, and internal teams regarding payments and billing

o Assisting with payroll processing and expense reimbursements.

o Ensuring financial transactions comply with company policies and regulations

o Assisting with audits by preparing required documentation

o Using accounting software (preferably Sage 100 Contractor or Masterbuilder) to record and process transactions.

o Generating reports for management review.

§ Assist other staff as needed

Other Tasks:

§ Answer phone and relay messages

§ Perform other duties, as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function and preferably can also perform other tasks satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

Education and/or Experience:

Minimum:

§ High school diploma.

§ Two years accounting experience with one year being directly related to Accounts Receivable.

§ Valid Driver’s License

Preferred:

§ 5 years construction experience in accounts receivable/accounting with Sage 100/Masterbuilder and/or Timberline software experience.

§ Two years of college course work in business, accounting or a related field.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

§ Knowledge of accounting principles and financial processes.

§ Knowledge of construction contract principles and practices.

§ Experience with accounts receivable, accounts payable and bookkeeping.

§ Knowledge of office protocol and the ability to effectively work as a member of a team.

§ Knowledge of and ability to use computer hardware, electronic data base management and related software.

§ Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.

§ Knowledge of and ability to use office equipment, i.e., phones, copier, fax.

§ Ability to maintain a high volume of entry which requires typing and the use of a 10 key

§ Strong organizational and communication skills.

§ Ability to effectively understand and communicate verbally with others.

§ Ability to work well with others and able to prioritize workloads and flexible enough to change gears when needed.

§ Ability to handle confidential financial data.

Physical Demands:

The following activities were rated for frequency of occurrence based on the following:

Not Present=NP

1-10% of the work day= Rare

11-33% of the work day= Occasional

34-66% of the work day= Frequent

67-100% of the work day= Constant

Sitting Frequent

Reaching Overhead Frequent

Standing Frequent

Visual acuity Frequent

Reaching Straight Ahead Frequent

Walking Frequent

Reaching Downward Frequent

Bending/Stooping Frequent

Handling Frequent

Crouching Frequent

Fingering Constant

Kneeling Frequent

Feeling Occasionally

Crawling Frequent

Talking Occasionally

Climbing Frequent

Hearing Occasionally

Balancing Occasionally

Twisting Frequent

Operate Foot Controls Occasionally

Twist of Wrist Frequent

(Pounds) Constant Frequent Occasional Rare

Lifting 10 lbs

Carrying 10 lbs.

Pushing/Pulling

Working Conditions:

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS CHECK (If Present)

COMMENTS

1. Exposure to Inclement Weather

2. Extreme Cold

3. Extreme Heat

4. Wet and/or Humid

5. Noise X Moderate

6. Vibration

7. Atmospheric Conditions (dust/fumes/etc.)

INHERENT HAZARDS

08. Moving Mechanical Parts

09. Electric Shock

10. High, Exposed Places

11. Radiant Energy

12. Explosives

13. Toxic or Caustic Chemicals

14. Other Risks

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.