Senior Accountant -Audit/Construction

ABOUT THE COMPANY

At Current, everything starts with people. We believe that when you invest in talent through opportunity, development, and support, you unlock growth for individuals, firms, and clients alike. That’s why we’ve built a platform designed to give our people access to more: more learning, more collaboration, and more ways to grow their careers than any single firm could offer on its own.

Founded in 2023, Current has rapidly become one of the fastest-growing accounting platforms in the country, partnering with more than 40 leading accounting firms across the United States. Today, our community includes over 2,000 professionals, 30+ offices nationwide, and a growing global workforce that supports clients around the world. Backed by Thrive Capital, Bessemer Venture Partners, and Springdale Industries, Current is investing heavily in technology, artificial intelligence, and workforce innovation to help modernize the profession. Our leadership team has a proven track record of building and scaling successful businesses, with prior ventures generating more than $3 billion in combined enterprise value.

We’re building something bigger than a traditional accounting firm: a platform where talented people can grow faster, learn more, and do more meaningful work. Whether you join Current, one of our partner firms, or our global team, you’ll be part of a community shaping the future of the profession.

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Bowers Accountants & Advisors is powered by CURRENT as one of the fastest-growing accounting platforms, with benefits from shared platform resources, programs, and support. We believe that when you invest in talent through opportunity, development, and support, you unlock growth for individuals, firms, and clients alike. As a proud member of the AICPA’s G400, we have moved to the Top 200 Firms nationwide, earning the No. 165 ranking in Public Accounting's (IPA) 2026 IPA 500 list. We maintain a robust reputation grounded in integrity, professionalism, and unparalleled expertise.

Work Authorization: Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.

Job Summary

Responsible for performing and overseeing key aspects of audit, review, and other assurance engagements, with a primary focus on clients in the construction and contractor market. Working as part of a dynamic team and supporting the Niche Lead, this role plays an important part in delivering high-quality client service and supporting the continued growth of the firm’s construction practice.

Responsibilities include executing complex audit and review procedures, evaluating financial statements and internal controls, and assisting with construction-specific accounting areas, including project accounting, job costing, work-in-progress schedules, revenue recognition, and related financial reporting. The role also serves as a primary day-to-day contact for clients, provides guidance and supervision to staff accountants, and communicates engagement progress, findings, and technical matters to managers and partners.

Candidates with relevant construction accounting experience in either public accounting or private industry are encouraged to apply. This is an ideal opportunity to expand your assurance and technical accounting knowledge while contributing to a growing and specialized client market.

Responsibilities

• Execute and oversee day-to-day activities of audit, review, and other assurance engagements, with a primary focus on construction and contractor clients
• Perform engagement planning, risk assessment, internal control evaluation, substantive testing, and other audit and review procedures
• Prepare and analyze client financial statements, including related disclosures, and evaluate compliance with applicable accounting and reporting standards
• Perform and review balance sheet account reconciliations and investigate significant or unusual account activity and variances
• Review work-in-process (WIP) and completed contract schedules, including job costs, estimated costs to complete, contract revenues, and related revenue recognition
• Analyze project accounting and job costing information and identify trends, inconsistencies, or matters requiring further investigation
• Review and maintain fixed asset schedules and related supporting documentation
• Develop client expectations and analytical procedures to identify and investigate significant financial statement and account variances
• Take ownership of assigned engagement areas, including more complex accounts and audit procedures, ensuring work is completed accurately and within established timelines
• Identify, research, and communicate accounting, auditing, internal control, and financial reporting matters to clients and engagement leadership
• Identify and recommend accounting and process improvements that enhance the accuracy and efficiency of financial reporting and improve clients' audit and review readiness
• Prepare financial statements, management letters, and other engagement deliverables
• Serve as a primary day-to-day client contact, coordinating information requests and maintaining effective communication throughout the engagement
• Supervise, review, and provide guidance to staff accountants and interns, including providing timely feedback and assisting with their professional development
• Assist with monitoring engagement budgets, timelines, and overall engagement progress
• Develop a strong understanding of clients' businesses, including their operations, accounting systems, internal controls, project accounting processes, and industry-specific risks
• Demonstrate knowledge of U.S. GAAP and applicable auditing, accounting, and review standards, including Statements on Standards for Accounting and Review Services (SSARS), with the ability to research and apply technical guidance to client-specific matters.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a relevant degree
• 2-5 years of relevant work experience in audit
• Construction Accounting is preferred
• CPA is a plus, but not necessary
• Candidate must be an effective communicator with the ability to pursue self-development and excel within our team approach
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Prior experience with various assurance applications and research tools beneficial
• Prior experience with a paperless workpaper system beneficial
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to successfully multitask

Salary: $70,000.00-$85,000.00

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

The total rewards package at Current includes base salary and benefits.

Our salary ranges are competitive within the accounting industry and are updated regularly using the most reliable compensation survey data for our industry. New hire offers are made based on a candidate’s experience, expertise, geographic location, and internal pay equity relative to peers.

We provide a robust benefits package, including

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (with options for fully paid employee only coverage for health and dental)
• Company-Paid Life and Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Ancillary Benefits such as supplemental life insurance, critical illness, and accident insurance
• Classic Safe Harbor 401(k) Plan with employer contributions
• Opportunities for professional growth, learning, and development including access to Becker and LinkedIn Learning

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

We are an equal opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic.