We are looking for a Corporate Senior Accountant for our HVAC and Plumbing company will play a pivotal role in managing and ensuring the accuracy of our financial processes. This individual will be responsible for preparing financial reports, managing general ledger functions, and supporting the month-end and year-end close processes. The ideal candidate will have experience in the construction or service industry, ideally within HVAC and plumbing, with a deep understanding of job costing, inventory management, and revenue recognition. This role requires a strong grasp of corporate accounting practices and compliance with GAAP.

  Financial Reporting:

o Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with GAAP and industry-specific regulations.

o Ensure the accuracy and timeliness of all financial reporting, including the balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow statements.

o Provide financial analysis and detailed variance reporting, highlighting trends, risks, and opportunities to management.

• Job Costing & Project      Accounting:

o Manage and review job costing reports, ensuring accurate allocation of labor, materials, and overhead to individual projects.

o Track and report on work-in-progress (WIP) and completed contracts for HVAC and plumbing jobs, ensuring appropriate revenue recognition.

o Collaborate with project managers to ensure accurate job cost forecasting and profitability analysis.

• General Ledger Management:

o Maintain the general ledger, ensuring accuracy and completeness in posting transactions.

o Reconcile all accounts monthly, including bank accounts, AR/AP, and other balance sheet accounts.

o Lead and support the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate closing.

• Accounts Receivable / Accounts      Payable:

o Oversee the AR and AP functions to ensure efficient cash flow management.

o Ensure timely invoicing to customers, collection of outstanding payments, and proper coding of vendor invoices.

o Work with the operations team to ensure accurate billing based on contracts and work orders.

• Inventory & Asset Management:

o Track and manage inventory levels for HVAC and plumbing materials, ensuring proper accounting and control of stock.

o Oversee fixed asset accounting, ensuring accurate capitalization, depreciation, and disposal of assets.

• Compliance and Audit Support:

o Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal financial regulations, including tax filings and industry-specific requirements.

o Assist in the preparation for internal and external audits, providing requested documentation and reports.

• Process Improvement:

o Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and implement best practices within the department.

o Work closely with other departments, including operations and procurement, to improve job costing accuracy and financial reporting.

Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA certification preferred.

· Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting, preferably within the HVAC, plumbing, or construction industries.

· Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.

· Experience with job costing, WIP reporting, and revenue recognition in service-based industries.

· Proficient in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, or similar ERP systems).

· Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and financial modeling.

· Excellent communication and organizational skills with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.

· Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and a proactive problem-solving approach.

Qualifications:

· Experience with HVAC or plumbing-specific software (e.g., ServiceTitan or similar).

· Familiarity with project management software or tools related to construction accounting.

Previous experience in managing or leading an accounting team.