Construction Staff Accountant- Yonkers, NY at NATIONS ROOF LLC

Yonkers, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Apr, 26

Salary

85000.0

Posted On

24 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Commercial Construction Accounting, Percentage-Of-Completion Revenue Recognition, WIP Schedules, Job Status Reporting, Cost-To-Complete Concepts, Variance Analysis, Account Reconciliations, Financial Data Research, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll Processing, Labor Compliance, Job Cost Accounting, Project Setup, ERP Systems, Microsoft Excel

Industry

Construction

Description

This is an in-office role - Monday to Friday - 8 am to 5 pm Why Nations Roof? At Nations Roof, we’re more than a roofing contractor — we’re a national partner with local expertise, serving clients in all 50 states. We deliver full-lifecycle roofing solutions including repairs, replacements, maintenance, and emergency response. Our certified crews, 24/7/365 National Service Center, and industry-leading EMR of 0.48 set us apart. The Opportunity As the Construction Staff Accountant, you’ll play an integral part in the day-to-day accounting, financial reporting, payroll compliance, job cost accounting, and project administration for commercial construction and roofing projects. This role is responsible for accurate financial processing, Work-in-Progress (WIP) reporting, job setup and maintenance, payroll support, and compliance documentation. The Staff Accountant works closely with operations, project managers, and corporate teams to ensure reliable financial data, efficient office operations, and adherence to regulatory and company standards. Key Responsibilities Accounting, Reporting & WIP * Perform assigned accounting duties in accordance with the monthly close schedule. * Prepare financial reports, schedules, and supporting documentation for management review. * Compile, maintain, and communicate Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules, including job status, cost-to-complete data, and accruals. * Work directly with the Regional Controller to review WIP schedules, resolve variances, and support monthly P&L analysis. * Review service and construction projects to ensure accurate cost and revenue recognition under percentage-of-completion accounting. * Support variance analysis, account reconciliations, and financial data research as needed. Accounting & Financial Processing * Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions, including invoice entry, statement reconciliation, payment application, and collections support. * Scan, enter, route, and maintain payables to ensure proper approvals and complete documentation. * Create and enter purchase orders within the accounting system. * Generate customer invoices through the CRM system and prepare monthly billing applications for review and submission. * Record customer payments and prepare standard past-due notices to support collections activities. Payroll & Labor Compliance * Support payroll processing and accurate job cost labor allocation, including certified payroll reporting when applicable. * Maintain labor documentation in compliance with prevailing wage and project-specific requirements. * Assist with payroll-related reconciliations and reporting as needed. Job Cost, Project Setup & Systems * Import and maintain job setup information in the accounting system, including budgets, cost codes, and approved change orders. * Set up and maintain vendor and customer records and process required documentation. * Assist managers and operations teams with researching cost and revenue activity in Viewpoint and related systems. * Create and maintain internal reports to support Office, Project, and Operations Managers. Project Administration & Compliance * Coordinate and submit permit applications to local and state agencies for commercial construction and roofing projects, as required. * Work with the Operations Manager to meet current business and contractor licensing requirements. * Track and manage submittals, lien releases, preliminary notices, certified payroll submissions (when required), and vendor compliance documentation. * Receive, organize, and maintain construction-related documents and project files. * Communicate with project contacts regarding schedules, documentation requirements, and compliance needs. Office & Cross-Functional Support * Serve as a liaison between accounting, operations, project management, and corporate or technical support teams. * Handle incoming and outgoing calls and emails and provide general office support as needed. * Perform accurate data entry and clerical tasks in support of project and office operations. * Crosstrain to provide backup coverage for other administrative roles. * Maintain professional relationships with clients, vendors, consultants, and suppliers. Process Improvement & Additional Duties * Apply analytical and critical-thinking skills to identify risks, improve processes, and support informed decision-making. * Demonstrate initiative by anticipating work needs and proactively supporting team objectives. * Perform special projects and additional duties as assigned by the Vice President, Regional Controller, Office Manager, Operations Manager, or Project Managers. Skills & Knowledge * Strong knowledge of commercial construction accounting and percentage-of-completion revenue recognition. * Hands-on understanding of WIP schedules, job status reporting, and cost-to-complete concepts. * Ability to analyze project financial data, identify variances, and support accurate cost and revenue recognition. * Proficiency with accounting and ERP systems; Viewpoint experience preferred. * Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with the ability to prepare and analyze financial schedules. * Understanding construction documentation, including contracts, change orders, billing applications, lien releases, permits, and warranties. * Knowledge of prevailing wage and certified payroll requirements preferred. * Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities. * Effective written and verbal communication skills with cross-functional teams. * Demonstrated professionalism, sound judgment, and commitment to company values. Education & Experience * Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred. * Minimum of five (5) years of experience in commercial construction accounting and/or construction office administration. * Demonstrated experience with percentage-of-completion accounting and revenue recognition. * Experience preparing, reviewing, or supporting WIP schedules preferred. * Experience with job cost accounting, project setup, billing, and financial reporting. * Experience with certified payroll and prevailing wage reporting preferred. * Prior experience with ERP systems (e.g., Viewpoint) and CRM platforms (e.g., Salesforce) desirable. * Experience supporting project managers and operations teams in a construction environment. Benefits * Full-time, Salaried position. $75K-$85K (depending on knowledge and experience) * Health, dental, and vision insurance. * 401(k) with company match. * Paid time off and holidays. * Opportunities for professional growth and advancement. Why This Role, Why Now? This is your opportunity to take ownership of a critical accounting and project support function within a company that combines the resources of a national brand with the agility of a local provider. As a Staff Accountant, you will play a central role in ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance, and operational efficiency across commercial construction and roofing projects. You’ll work closely with leadership, operations, and project teams to support sound financial decision-making and successful project execution from start to finish. If you are a detail-oriented, results-driven accounting professional with experience in construction environments and a passion for accuracy, process improvement, and teamwork, Nations Roof wants to hear from you. The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not meant to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities required of employees assigned to this job. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Nations Roof provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. NO RECRUITING AGENCIES. All candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

The Construction Staff Accountant is responsible for day-to-day accounting, financial reporting, payroll compliance, job cost accounting, and project administration for commercial construction and roofing projects. This includes accurate financial processing, WIP reporting, job setup, payroll support, and compliance documentation.