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Entry-Level Staff Accountant /

Accounting Assistant Location:

Winter Garden, FL Pay:

$24-$30 per hour

Schedule:

Part-Time | 20-30 Hours per Week |

Flexible Schedule Experience Level:

Entry-Level Growth Opportunity:

Potential transition to full-time

Job Summary:

A growing homebuilding company is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant / Accounting Assistant to support daily accounting, bookkeeping, and construction-related financial operations. This role offers hands-on experience working with company leadership and an outside CPA, with the opportunity to grow into a full-time accounting position.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform daily bookkeeping using QuickBooks Online, including journal entries and general ledger maintenance.
• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable, reconcile bank accounts and credit card statements, and assist with month-end and year-end close.
• Prepare financial reports, account reconciliations, and documentation for the outside CPA.
• Track budgets, project costs, job cost reports, and cost variances.
• Review and code vendor invoices, issue and track purchase orders, and monitor subcontractor payments.
• Assist with project reconciliations, allowances, change orders, warranty accounting, and payroll documentation.
• Maintain vendor records, organized digital files, and accurate financial and project data.
• Communicate professionally with vendors and trade partners.
• Support leadership with reporting, special projects, and process improvements.
• Explore technology and AI tools to improve accounting workflows, reporting, and efficiency.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business, or currently pursuing a degree.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and journal entries.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent attention to detail, organization, and time management.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Positive attitude, dependability, and willingness to learn.

Preferred:

• Experience with QuickBooks Online and bookkeeping.
• Construction accounting experience is a plus but not required.
• Comfort with or willingness to learn ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, AI-powered accounting tools, and workflow automation platforms.

About the

Company:

Our client is a growing homebuilding company specializing in custom and semi-custom residential construction. The organization values accurate financial management, organized systems, collaboration, and continuous improvement. This opportunity is ideal for someone looking to build a long-term accounting career, gain hands-on industry experience, and take on increasing responsibility as the company grows. The position offers a flexible part-time schedule with the potential to transition into a full-time role, with future career paths potentially including Staff Accountant, Senior Accountant, or Controller.