Staff Accountant Summit Construction Company Akron, OH Job Details Full-time $50,000 - $60,000 a year 3 hours ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Opportunities for advancement Life insurance Qualifications Teamwork Spreadsheets Bachelor's degree Data management Attention to detail Payroll Computer skills Escalation handling Full Job Description Summit Construction Company is seeking a Staff Accountant to support the day-to-day operations of the Accounting Department, including financial reporting, payroll, compliance, and project accounting functions. This role will work closely with the Accounting Manager and broader accounting team to ensure accurate financial information, maintain compliance with company procedures, and contribute to the efficient operation of the department. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, eager to learn, and looking to grow their accounting career in a collaborative construction environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Process and review owner billings and subcontractor pay applications, ensuring compliance with contract requirements, lien waiver requirements, and supporting documentation. Assist with contract administration, including maintaining contract values, change orders, budgets, and project-related documentation. Assist Project Managers and the Controller with monthly cost projections, forecasting, and identification of potential budget or profitability concerns. Support the monthly close process, including account reconciliations and journal entries. Assist with maintaining project accounting data and ensuring financial information is accurate and up to date. Manage city contractor registrations for various job locations. Support external audit requests by preparing schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation. Participate in process improvement initiatives and special projects to enhance accounting and project management workflows. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Skills/Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent experience preferred. Must be accountable to research problems and resolve to completion, escalate issues promptly, learn and apply knowledge quickly, and meet deadlines. Must be organized, detail oriented, maintain accuracy, and self-check work. Able to work independently with some oversight and in a team environment. Must follow established procedures and execute directions to completion. Must have good work ethic and integrity, dependable, adaptable, cooperative, and motivated to take on new responsibilities. Professional written and verbal communication abilities and general office skills. Basic Excel experience required; advanced functionality is a plus. Viewpoint Spectrum experience is a plus. Construction accounting experience is a plus.

Compensation/Benefits:

Medical, dental, vision and LT/ST disability benefits Annual performance bonus 401k with employer match Paid Time Off Tuition reimbursement Why work at Summit Construction? Summit Construction provides a positive, supportive, and team-oriented environment where employees are valued and invested in. Our mission is to provide an excellent construction management experience while making a positive impact on the communities we serve. We believe in developing our people, promoting work-life balance, and creating opportunities for professional growth and advancement. Summit Construction is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, age, religion, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. This role offers significant growth potential for an individual looking to develop their accounting career. As experience and skills grow, there will be opportunities to take on additional responsibilities and advance within the Accounting team.

Pay:

$50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Disability insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person