Staff Accountant – Construction Tax & Accounting

Pay: $55000.00 - $85000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Enjoy a rewarding accounting career with a team that genuinely values work-life balance professional growth and quality over billable-hour pressure.
• Build valuable experience in both tax and financial statement preparation while working with established construction industry clients.
• Enjoy a flexible approach to time off including compensatory time that can be used for additional vacation or paid out at year-end.
• Work directly with experienced accounting professionals who encourage independence collaboration and continuous learning.
• Gain exposure to tax planning financial reporting and client advisory services while expanding your accounting expertise.
• Enjoy a supportive close-knit environment where your contributions matter and your professional development is encouraged.

Location

Virginia Beach VA On-site. Enjoy working alongside a collaborative team in a welcoming office environment with occasional work-from-home flexibility when personal circumstances require it.

Note

Applicants must have a bachelors degree in Accounting be a CPA or CPA candidate and have public accounting experience working with construction industry clients including tax preparation and financial statement work.

About Us

Confidential Employer.

Were a client-focused public accounting firm specializing in tax financial reporting and accounting services for businesses in the construction industry. Our team believes in building meaningful client relationships delivering high-quality work and creating an environment where talented professionals can grow without sacrificing their personal lives.

Were looking for a motivated Staff Accountant who enjoys variety values teamwork and wants to build a rewarding career in public accounting.

Job Description

• Prepare federal and multistate business tax returns including Forms 1120S 1120 and 1065 along with individual tax returns.
• Assist with financial statement preparation compilations reviews and audit engagements for construction industry clients.
• Prepare journal entries general ledger reconciliations financial schedules and supporting workpapers.
• Develop experience with construction accounting tax planning financial reporting and client advisory services.
• Work closely with experienced accountants and firm leadership to resolve accounting and tax questions.
• Communicate directly with clients and help them navigate their financial reporting and tax compliance needs.
• Use professional accounting and tax software to prepare accurate timely work while continuing to develop your technical skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Accounting.
• CPA designation or actively pursuing CPA certification.
• Public accounting experience working with construction industry clients.
• Experience with business tax preparation and financial statement preparation.
• Understanding of general ledger accounting reconciliations and financial reporting.
• Strong communication organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage assignments independently while collaborating with a supportive team.
• Experience with CCH ProSystem fx Tax or Engagement is a plus.

Why You Will Love Working Here

Our team believes a successful accounting career should leave room for life outside the office. We offer a supportive environment meaningful client relationships and opportunities to develop your tax and accounting expertise across a variety of engagements.

With a focus on quality over volume flexible compensatory time and a collaborative team that respects your independence youll have the opportunity to build a lasting career while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

If youre ready to put your construction accounting experience to work in a team that values your growth and contributions wed love to hear from you!

JPC-2235

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Requirements: Must-have: Bachelors degree in Accounting; CPA or CPA candidate; public accounting experience; must have construction-industry tax and financial statement experience

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Small Virginia Beach CPA firm specializing in construction industry tax and financial reporting. Seeking Staff Accountant with construction-focused public accounting experience in both tax returns and financial statements. On-site with occasional WFH flexibility; compensation based on experience.

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• Client job title: Staff Accountant Construction Tax & Accounting
• Location: Virginia Beach VA
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