Job Title: Construction CPA
Company: Recore Electrical Contractors, Inc.
Industry: Electrical Contractor

Location: Gastonia, NC
Reports to: Controller or CFO

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Construction CPA to join our dynamic team at Recore Electrical Contractors, a leader in the industrial electrical contracting industry. This role is ideal for a CPA or CPA candidate who is ready to take ownership of the company’s accounting functions (Will succeed current controller), ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in all financial operations. The Accounting Manager will play a key role in streamlining processes, supporting strategic decision-making, and contributing to the company's growth and success.

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Management:
• Participate in the day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger.
• Eventually being responsible to prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Manage the monthly close process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
2. Budgeting and Forecasting:
• Assist in developing and managing annual budgets.
• Provide variance analysis and recommend corrective actions as needed.
3. Compliance and Reporting:
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, tax regulations, and industry standards.
• Coordinate and prepare for audits, working closely with external auditors.
• Maintain proper documentation for tax filings and regulatory reporting.
4. Process Improvement:
• Identify and implement improvements to financial processes and systems.
• Develop and enforce internal controls to safeguard company assets.
5. Team Leadership:
• Mentor accounting staff, providing guidance and professional development opportunities.
• Foster a collaborative, results-oriented work environment.
6. Specialty Contractor Focus:
• Track and manage job costs, change orders, and contract billings.
• Work closely with project managers to monitor budgets and financial performance of projects.
• Handle progress billings, including AIA contract billings, lien releases, and compliance with construction-specific financial requirements.

Qualifications

1. Education and Certification:
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA certification or active CPA candidate preferred.
2. Experience:
• Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Experience in the construction or specialty contractor industry is highly desirable.
3. Technical Skills:
• Proficiency in accounting software.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Familiarity with job costing and construction-specific financial software is a plus.
4. Soft Skills:
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• The company is 100% Employee owned, through ESOP
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional development opportunities

Join Our Team!
If you are a motivated CPA or CPA candidate with a passion for excellence in accounting and a desire to make a significant impact in the specialty contracting industry, we invite you to apply at www.recoreelectric.com/careers