GHJ Search and Staffing serves as the recruitment division of GHJ, a prominent national accounting and advisory firm. Our team provides qualified Accounting and Finance professionals on a temporary and permanent basis across a broad range of industries. GHJ’s relationship with our Global Advisory and Accounting Network provides the resources needed to better understand client’s needs, attract a higher caliber of candidates and assess candidate potential. A growing organization is seeking an experienced Construction Accountant to provide interim support to its accounting function. This is a great opportunity for a hands-on construction accounting professional who can step in quickly, work directly with the CFO, and take ownership of key accounting responsibilities, with the potential to transition into a permanent position. The Temporary Construction Accountant will support day-to-day accounting with a particular focus on construction-related accounting, WIP, and job costing. The ideal candidate is comfortable working independently, researching discrepancies, and delivering accurate work within established deadlines. Key Responsibilities • Support day-to-day accounting functions and financial processes • Assist with WIP (Work in Progress) accounting and job costing • Maintain accurate accounting records and financial reporting • Use Excel to organize, analyze, and reconcile financial information • Research and resolve accounting discrepancies and issues • Partner directly with the CFO on accounting projects and special requests • Communicate accounting and financial information clearly to management • Ensure accounting deliverables are completed accurately and on schedule Qualifications • Construction accounting experience required • Strong understanding of accounting principles and processes • WIP and job costing experience strongly preferred • Sage Construction Software experience is a significant plus • Strong Microsoft Excel skills • Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities • Strong attention to detail and accuracy • Ability to work independently and manage deadlines effectively Why Join? • Opportunity to work directly with the CFO and make an immediate impact • Hands-on exposure across construction accounting, WIP, and job costing • Potential to transition from temporary to a permanent position • Opportunity to take ownership in an environment that values accuracy and independence #GHJSS #LI-LM1