Construction Office Staff Accountant

LaRiviere Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Construction Office Staff Accountant to join our growing team in Rathdrum, Idaho.

This position plays a key role in supporting the company’s accounting operations and financial reporting. The ideal candidate enjoys solving problems, improving processes, and working collaboratively across departments. 

This position offers the opportunity to grow within the organization by learning multiple areas of the accounting department and serving as a backup for several critical financial functions.

Primary Responsibilities

• Prepare and record journal entries, including prepaid expenses, depreciation, and other recurring monthly entries.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and assist with month-end and year-end closing.
• Perform job cost and general ledger reconciliations.
• Process progress billings for multiple projects.
• Process subcontractor payments.  
• Assist with sales and use tax reporting and other regulatory filings.
• Support warranty accounting and other project-related accounting activities.
• Analyze financial data and investigate discrepancies.
• Assist with financial reporting and special accounting projects.
• Support internal controls and process improvement initiatives.
• Cross-train to provide backup support for payroll and accounts payable.
• Collaborate with project managers, operations, and other departments to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Perform other accounting duties as assigned.
  

Qualifications

• Proven work experience as a Construction Accountant or similar role
• Thorough knowledge of accounting procedures and principles
• Experience with accounting software
• Excellent knowledge of multi state sales tax 
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects while meeting deadlines.
• Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated with a willingness to learn and take on new responsibilities.
• Degree in Accounting, Finance or relevant field preferred
  

What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for someone who is curious, dependable, and eager to grow. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety in their work and wants to become an integral part of the accounting team. As you gain experience, you’ll have opportunities to expand your responsibilities and contribute to process improvements across the organization.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401K
• Paid time off
• Holiday Pay
• Professional development opportunities
  

LaRiviere, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. All LaRiviere, Inc. subcontractors and vendors agree they will abide by the equal opportunity provisions of 41CFR 60-1.4.