About Us:
Creative Construction Partners (CCP) provides operational and administrative support to help businesses run efficiently, stay organized, and remain focused on growth. Backed by more than a century of combined industry experience, CCP brings practical, solutions-focused support to the companies it partners with, helping them navigate day-to-day operations with clarity and confidence. At its core, CCP is built on partnership. The company combines industry knowledge, dependable service, and a long-term mindset to support strong business operations and sustainable success.
Job Summary:
The Staff Accountant is responsible for supporting day-to-day accounting operations, including data entry, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll support, reconciliations, job costing, and financial reporting. This role is best suited for someone with bookkeeping or accounting experience in the construction industry who is comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment. The Staff Accountant will report to the Controller and work closely with internal team members, project managers, and clients to support accurate records, problem-solving, and timely follow-through.
Hours: A typical workweek is Monday through Friday from 8:00AM to 5:00PM, actual working hours and days may vary due to project deadlines; May require weekend or evening work at times.
Compensation: Starting at $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
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Competitive compensation package
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Annual bonus potential
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Medical, dental, and vision insurance
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Company-Paid Life and AD&D insurance
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Company-Paid Short-Term Disability coverage
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401(k) plan with company match
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Seven (7) paid holidays
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Flex Time Off accrual that starts on your first day!
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Fitness club discounts & wellness incentives
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Employee Assistance Programs
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A family-oriented workplace that values teamwork and professional growth
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$200 annual branded gear allowance
Key Responsibilities:
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General Ledger Maintenance & Journal Entries
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Prepare and post journal entries for various accounts (e.g., accruals, prepaid expenses, and depreciation).
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Assist in maintaining the general ledger (GL), ensuring all transactions are properly recorded.
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Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes by ensuring accuracy of the GL.
Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable-
Assist in managing the accounts payable (AP) cycle, ensuring accurate coding and timely processing of vendor invoices.
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Help with accounts receivable (AR), including invoicing clients and tracking payments.
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Monitor aged payables and receivables, flagging any overdue balances for management follow-up.
Job Costing & Project Accounting Support-
Work with the project managers and Controller to ensure proper tracking of job costs.
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Help maintain accurate project cost reports and reconcile cost information with the general ledger.
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Support in monitoring and updating Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules for construction projects.
Payroll Processing-
Assist in processing payroll for all employees, including labor cost allocations for construction projects.
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Ensure accurate and timely payroll entries, deductions, and tax filings.
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Collaborate with HR and the Controller to handle employee benefits, garnishments, and other payroll-related adjustments.
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Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal labor laws.
Bank Reconciliations & Cash Management
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Perform monthly bank reconciliations and ensure all discrepancies are resolved promptly.
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Help track cash flow by updating cash position reports and supporting the treasury function.
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Communicate professionally with clients and internal partners, including navigating questions, follow-up items, and occasional difficult conversations with clarity and tact.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
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Associate’s degree in Accounting required; Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
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3+ years of bookkeeping or accounting experience, preferably in the construction industry.
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Job costing experience, including tracking expenses by project, cost code, or job phase.
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Working knowledge of GAAP and general accounting principles.
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QuickBooks experience preferred; experience with an ERP system such as Sage is helpful.
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Experience with data entry for accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general accounting records.
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Union payroll or union accounting knowledge is helpful but not required.
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Strong Excel skills, including working with spreadsheets, formulas, and data analysis.
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Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.
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Ability to meet deadlines, manage multiple tasks, and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
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Self-motivated, driven, and comfortable working independently with a “bring it on” mindset; takes initiative rather than waiting to be told what to do.
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Willing to problem-solve, bring order to messy or changing processes, and support growing business needs.
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Strong written and verbal communication skills for collaborating with internal teams, external vendors, and clients.
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Knowledge of construction contracts, billing formats (AIA), and lien waivers is a plus.
