Staff Accountant

Position Overview

Concentric Corporation is partnering with a growing commercial construction organization to identify an experienced Staff Accountant to join its shared-services accounting team.

This position will support accounting functions across multiple operating entities, with responsibilities spanning month-end close, accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, cash analysis, bank reconciliations, and project-related accounting activities.

The ideal candidate brings previous construction accounting experience, is comfortable working across multiple entities and priorities, and enjoys being part of a collaborative accounting team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is dependable, detail-oriented, and interested in gaining broader exposure across accounting operations.

Location: St. Louis, MO | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with month-end close activities across multiple operating entities
• Manage project-related accounts payable, including pay-when-paid processes
• Support project teams with accounts receivable and timely customer billing
• Collect and maintain lien waivers and prepare supporting documentation for client invoices
• Complete weekly cash analysis and communicate findings to appropriate team members
• Process bank deposits and employee expense reimbursements
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations and research discrepancies as needed
• Maintain accurate and timely accounting records
• Cross-train across accounting functions to provide support for multiple operating entities
• Partner with project teams and accounting colleagues to resolve billing, payment, and documentation issues
• Assist with improving accounting processes, procedures, and overall efficiency
• Provide additional accounting support as business needs evolve
  
  
  

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of relevant accounting experience
• Construction accounting experience required
• Experience with Viewpoint required
• Working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, and month-end close
• Experience with bank reconciliations and cash-related accounting activities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Comfortable working across multiple entities within a shared-services accounting environment
  
  
  

Preferred Experience

• Experience with project-based accounting
• Familiarity with lien waivers and construction billing documentation
• Experience with pay-when-paid processes
• Previous experience supporting multiple entities or business units
• Experience identifying and implementing accounting process improvements
  
  
  

Who You Are

You are dependable, focused, and team-oriented. You take ownership of your responsibilities, pay attention to the details, and understand the importance of completing accounting work accurately and on time.

You are also someone who is willing to jump in where needed. Whether supporting another operating entity, helping resolve a billing issue, or learning a new accounting function, you bring a collaborative attitude and a willingness to contribute to the broader team.

About Concentric Corporation

Concentric Corporation is an executive recruiting and staffing firm specializing in accounting, finance, technology, engineering, construction, operations, sales, marketing, legal, and executive leadership searches. We partner with organizations to identify exceptional talent that drives business performance and long-term growth.

If you are an experienced accounting professional with a construction background who enjoys variety, collaboration, and taking ownership of your work, we encourage you to apply. Only qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.