Job Category
Finance, Legal & Compliance
Job Type
Professional
Employment Type
Temp to Hire
Work Hours
Full-time
Compensation
$27 − $32per hour
Hiring Manager
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Staff Accountant
Location: On-site / In-office Job Type: Full-time
Job Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to serve as a key liaison between the Sales and Accounting teams. This role is responsible for reconciling, closing out, and preparing financial summaries for construction projects serving restaurant customers nationwide. The ideal candidate is an accounting generalist with experience in both Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable, preferably within construction or distribution environments.
Key Responsibilities
Maintain and update Project Boards, Project Folders, and Shared Calendars
Review Regular, ConSales, and Project Orders
Prepare Franchise Aging Reports for Regular, ConSales, and Project accounts
Analyze and prepare freight and storage cost reports for senior management
Confirm travel expenses are reviewed and ensure change orders are executed when required
Provide financial data to the Controller in support of monthly financial reporting
Work closely with the Sales team to obtain, document, and reconcile change orders against quotes and proposals
Review, assemble, and prepare clear and concise Final Settlement Packages (project reconciliations) for customers in a timely manner
Prepare pay requests and lien waivers for construction contracts
Prepare LTO invoices for corporate accounts
Support special projects assigned by the Accounting department as needed
Qualifications
Minimum 5 years of accounting experience, preferably in construction or distribution
Experience with both Accounts Receivable (AR) and Accounts Payable (AP)
NetSuite experience preferred
Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability and willingness to learn new systems
Maturity, common sense, and commitment to teamwork
Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and a desire to serve internal and external customers
Preferred Experience
Construction project accounting
Distribution or multi-location business environments
Financial reconciliation and project close-out processes
Work Environment
On-site, in-office position
Collaborative, team-oriented accounting and sales environment
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
401K
Employee Assistance
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Company Size
11-100
Company Overview
At Express Employment of Champaign, we are more than a staffing agency – we are a bridge to opportunity for both job seekers and businesses. Locally committed yet backed by a leading national network, we specialize in full-time, part-time, and temporary placements across a variety of industries. For job seekers, we provide opportunities that align with skills, experience, and career goals, helping individuals build a better future.
