Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Build Something Exceptional. No Exceptions.

Timberline Construction Corporation is a full-service construction management firm. Our team provides construction management, preconstruction and design-build services to the region's leading institutions, corporations and developers. We are a local builder with a comprehensive portfolio focused on science and technology, corporate, commercial, academic and multi-family residential market sectors. Our team is accustomed to fast-track, logistically complex projects. We excel at executing these sensitive jobs through proactive planning, communication and coordination with our clients and design partners.

Our mission is to be exceptional. This is our professional aspiration for every client, every day. In the business of construction management, this requires an experienced team with focus, drive, empathy and intelligence. No exceptions.

Construct Your Career With Us (About The Job)

Ready to take your career to new heights? You'll join a collaborative, high-performing team with a fun, flexible environment, work onsite 4 days a week at our Canton, MA HQ, with occasional travel to our other offices.

We're seeking a detailed oriented and experienced Senior Accountant to assist in accounting and financial operations for our construction business. This role plays a critical part in ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance, and cost control across multiple job sites and contracts.

At Timberline, you'll be encouraged to think both critically and creatively as you build your career in a supportive, growth-focused culture.

What's Your Day Like? (Key Responsibilities)

• Full-cycle accounting including GL, AP, AR, and payroll support
• Job cost accounting: track budgets, cost codes, change orders, and progress billings
• Review and code general and administrative expenses as needed
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP
• Conduct variance analysis and provide insights to leadership
• Ensure proper coding and documentation of construction invoices and lien releases
• Maintain fixed asset scheduling and depreciation records
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management
• Support internal and external audits with required documentation
• Collaborate cross-functionally with operations
• Support intercompany reconciliations for various entities

Skills You'll Nail (Requirements)

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field
• 3-5+ years of accounting experience, preferably in construction project-based industries
• Strong understanding of construction cost accounting and job costing principles
• Proficiency in accounting software
• Advance Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, Charts)
• Excellent communication and organizational skills

Blueprint Bonus Skills (What Sets You Apart)

• Experience with ERP systems and paperless workflows
• Knowledge of sales & use tax compliance in construction
• Familiarity with lien laws and construction contracts

Why Timberline - What You'll Gain (Benefits)

Timberline is Exceptional. No Exceptions. We're proud to be named Boston Business Journal 2025 Best Place to Work, Top 20 Construction Manager, and ENR Top New England Contractor. Our people are our greatest asset-and we invest in them accordingly.

• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives
• Robust benefits: health, dental, vision, and 401(k) with company match
• Tuition and education reimbursement
• Career advancement and leadership development opportunities
• Wellness programs
• Culture club-team events
• Onsite snack & drink bar in our Timberline-built, award-winning office
• Early wrap-up on Summer Fridays!

Timberline Construction is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy to assure equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants by prohibiting discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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