Accounting Clerk

The Company-Corporate Office in Alameda 

For 43 years,Saarman Construction, Ltd.has been a recognized leader in the reconstruction, restoration and improvement of existing and occupied communities in Northern California. With more than 200 employees, Saarman is well equipped to handle anything from small touch-up jobs to multimillion-dollar overhauls. We provide our clients with the same commitment to the highest level of workmanship by maintaining our focus on the basics; quality - integrity - certainty! 

The Role: Accounting Clerk 

Established Construction Company in Alameda is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accounting Clerk to join our team. Under the general supervision of the Controller, the Accounting Clerk is responsible for the full-cycle Accounts Receivable process, which includes, but is not limited to: drafting monthly construction project invoices, A/R aging, reaching out to clients for payment collection, monitoring deadlines and billing cycles, submitting monthly invoices, etc. They are also responsible for the full-cycle Accounts Payable process, which includes, but is not limited to: entering payables into the system, reconciling vendor statements, resolving vendor issues, match/code/sort/log/scan/file invoices, checks and other documents, etc. The Accounting Clerk is also responsible for Prevailing Wage compliance, maintaining certified payroll reports, and occasionally assists with payroll procedures. They must thrive in a team environment and exercise discretion and confidentiality. They prioritize attention to detail, multi-tasking, and deadlines. 

The Qualifications 

Excellent verbal and written communication skills 

Detail-oriented, analytical, organized 

Able to multi-task and meet deadlines 

Professional discretion with private client and employee information 

Proficient with MS Office Suite 

Advanced Microsoft Excel spreadsheet 

Bachelor's degree or higher (finance or accounting) or equivalent experience 

3-5 years of accounting experience (AP, AR, payroll, GL, job cost, tax and compliance reporting, month-end close, account reconciliation, etc.) 

Experience with Sage Timberline 300 (preferred) 

Experience with construction industry laws: Preliminary notices, Mechanics' Lien, Lien releases, etc. (preferred) 

Certified payroll and prevailing wage reporting experience (preferred) 

About Saarman Construction Ltd. 

Saarman Construction, Ltd. is a recognized leader in the reconstruction, restoration and improvement of existing and occupied properties in Northern California. With an experienced team, a full range of competencies and committed leadership, Saarman is well equipped to handle anything from small touch-up jobs to multimillion-dollar overhauls. In dealing with historic buildings as well as brand-new construction projects, we believe no one has to live with defective structures. We identify the problems, implement the best solutions and get the job done.