GAAP Accountant
Job Summary
At Evolve Steel we believe strong financial discipline is just as important as strong structural steel. Were looking for a detail-oriented GAAP Accountant who thrives in a fast-paced project-driven environment and enjoys partnering with operations project managers and leadership to ensure financial accuracy and accountability.
This role is ideal for an accounting professional who enjoys both traditional financial reporting and the unique challenges of construction and project accounting. Youll play a critical role in maintaining GAAP compliance supporting financial reporting strengthening internal controls and ensuring project documentation is complete and accurate.
Your work will directly support project profitability financial reporting accuracy and operational success across the organization.
Collaborate closely with Project Managers Purchasing Operations Leadership vendors and subcontractors to drive accountability and improve financial processes.
As Evolve Steel continues to grow youll have opportunities to expand your responsibilities and help build scalable accounting processes for the future.
This isnt a behind-the-scenes accounting role. Youll be actively involved in project support compliance management financial analysis and process improvement.
- Support monthly quarterly and annual financial reporting processes
- Prepare journal entries accruals reconciliations and supporting schedules
- Assist with month-end and year-end close activities
- Review transactions for compliance with GAAP and company policies
- Support internal and external audit requests and documentation requirements
- Assist with job-cost reporting and project financial analysis
- Review and maintain subcontract agreements purchase orders and change orders
- Monitor project accounting activities and contractual compliance
- Coordinate with project teams to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting
- Verify documentation requirements prior to payment processing
- Maintain project compliance documentation including lien waivers vendor records and executed agreements
- Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and internal controls
- Ensure company accounting procedures are consistently followed
- Maintain organized records to support audits and operational needs
- Work closely with project managers operations leaders vendors and subcontractors
- Follow up on missing documentation and compliance items
- Communicate financial requirements clearly and professionally
- Help protect the companys financial interests through disciplined process management
You are highly organized detail-oriented and proactive. You take ownership of your work enjoy solving problems and arent afraid to hold others accountable to established processes. You can confidently partner with operational teams while maintaining the integrity of the companys financial records and controls.
At Evolve Steel youll have the opportunity to contribute beyond the accounting department. Were looking for professionals who want to be part of a growing organization continuously improve processes and make a measurable impact on company success.
- What Were Looking ForRequired Qualifications
- Bachelors Degree in Accounting
- 3-4 years of professional accounting experience
- Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
- Experience with month-end close reconciliations and accrual accounting
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP systems
- Strong analytical organizational problem-solving and communication skills
Preferred Experience- Construction accounting
- Manufacturing or fabrication environments
- Project-based accounting
- Subcontract administration
- Lien waivers and release management
- Audit support and internal controls experience
- Bachelors Degree in Accounting
- Competitive salary
- Performance-based incentive opportunity
- Medical dental and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company contributions
- Paid time off and holidays
- Professional development opportunities
- Collaborative and growth-focused environment
Required Skills:
Qualifications Education & Experience Bachelors degree in Construction Management Civil Engineering Structural Engineering or a related field required. Masters degree preferred. Minimum 10 years of progressive construction management experience. Minimum 5 years of leadership experience within the structural steel industry. Proven success managing large-scale commercial industrial or infrastructure steel projects. Technical Expertise Extensive knowledge of structural steel fabrication and erection practices. Strong understanding of structural systems welding procedures bolting requirements and steel construction methodologies. Comprehensive knowledge of construction codes industry standards and safety regulations. Proficiency with construction management and design software including: Procore Primavera P6 AutoCAD Tekla Structures BIM platforms and related technologies Leadership Competencies Exceptional leadership communication and relationship-building skills. Strong negotiation and decision-making abilities. Demonstrated success leading large multidisciplinary teams. Excellent organizational planning and financial management capabilities. Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Required Education:
Education & Experience Bachelors degree in Construction Management Civil Engineering Structural Engineering or a related field required. Masters degree preferred.