Staff Accountant at CornerStone Professional Placement

Staff Accountant Location Las Colinas, TX Onsite Compensation & Schedule $70,000-$80,000 annually Full-time, standard business hours W2 employment Role Impact This role owns the accounting engine for a high-volume, project-based construction business. You will transform field activity into clean, decision-ready financial reporting that drives profitability and cash discipline. Success means accurate job-level margin visibility, reliable monthly close, and scalable financial systems that support growth. Key Responsibilities Lead monthly close process including journal entries, reconciliations, and preparation of P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow statements Implement and manage job costing across fencing and decking projects; track labor, materials, and overhead to identify margin leakage Manage accounts receivable and accounts payable cycles to improve cash conversion and working capital timing Optimize accounting systems (QuickBooks or similar) and build repeatable processes for invoicing, purchasing, and reporting Support budgeting, forecasting, and operational decision-making with ownership Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance 4+ years of progressive accounting experience Strong GAAP knowledge with advanced Excel skills Core Tools & Systems QuickBooks or comparable accounting software Microsoft Excel (advanced functions, financial modeling, reporting) General ledger systems and job costing modules Financial reporting and cash flow forecasting tools Preferred Skills Experience in construction, home services, or project-based environments Job costing and margin analysis expertise CPA or CMA designation