Sr. Construction Accountant

Description Kyle Clarke with Robert Half is looking for a highly skilled Senior Construction Accountant for a client in Buffalo, NY. This role is pivotal in managing financial operations for construction projects, ensuring precision in cost tracking, budget analysis, and compliance. The ideal candidate will work closely with project managers and leadership to provide clear financial insights throughout every stage of development. Responsibilities: u2022 Oversee full-cycle construction accounting, including tracking costs and ensuring accurate job costing. u2022 Conduct detailed budget-to-actual analyses to identify and address variances effectively. u2022 Collaborate with project managers to monitor financial progress and ensure adherence to project budgets. u2022 Prepare and review journal entries, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards. u2022 Reconcile general ledger accounts and bank statements to maintain accurate financial records. u2022 Manage month-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting. u2022 Provide financial oversight for commercial real estate and construction projects, ensuring cost control and efficiency. u2022 Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and organizational policies in all financial reporting. u2022 Assist in preparing financial statements and reports for internal and external stakeholders. u2022 Support leadership by delivering insights and recommendations for process improvements and cost management. Requirements u2022 Minimum of 3 years of experience in construction accounting or a related field. u2022 Proficiency in managing month-end close processes and general ledger maintenance. u2022 Strong knowledge of journal entries, account reconciliations, and bank reconciliations. u2022 Experience with cost tracking and financial oversight in commercial construction or real estate projects. u2022 Familiarity with budget analysis and variance reporting. u2022 Excellent analytical skills with strong attention to detail. u2022 Ability to collaborate effectively with project managers and leadership teams. u2022 Bacheloru2019s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline. Robert Half is the worldu2019s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app ( and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. u00a9 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking u201cApply Now,u201d youu2019re agreeing to Robert Halfu2019s Terms of Use ( and Privacy Notice (.

Created: 2026-04-17