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Senior Accountant

VEC
Full-time
On-site
San Francisco, California, United States
$115,000 - $130,000 USD yearly
Finance & Accounting
Job Description

WHO WE ARE

VEC is a leading construction technology services provider at the forefront of innovation in the construction industry, delivering cutting-edge technology solutions that improve how construction projects are planned, designed, and built. Our mission is to challenge the status quo and reshape the built world so humanity can thrive sustainably.

We partner with contractors, engineers, and developers/owners across the United States and deploy our team of construction and technology professionals across large, complex projects in sectors including Data Centers, Healthcare, Life Sciences, Technology, Education, Transportation, Aviation, Commercial Office Space, and Public Works.

We value our VECommunity, continuous improvement, and helping the best build better.

OUR CORE VALUES

  • Goodness: Be ethical and do right by yourself, your teammates, and our partners.
  • Extreme Ownership: We take responsibility and deliver results.
  • Curiosity: We continuously seek better solutions.
  • Better Together: Collaboration drives stronger outcomes.
  • Balance: We support sustainable, long-term success for our people.

POSITION OVERVIEW

We are seeking a hands-on Accountant to join our Finance team in San Francisco, reporting to the VP of Administration and Finance. This is an individual contributor role responsible for entering and maintaining accounting records, job costing, accounts payable, compliance filings, and preparation of financial documentation for external CPAs.

This role submits local and state compliance filings but does not own income tax filings, tax strategy, or statutory oversight of global entities.

OBJECTIVES

  • Maintain accurate, timely accounting records, including accounts payable processing
  • Ensure reliable job costing and P&L data
  • Submit required San Francisco and multi-state compliance filings
  • Prepare complete, CPA-ready financial documentation
  • Support audits, and external reporting needs

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Accounting & Bookkeeping (Hands-On)

  • Enter daily accounting transactions, including journal entries, accruals, and adjustments
  • Maintain the general ledger and supporting schedules
  • Perform account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies
  • Support monthly close activities

Job Costing & P&L Execution

  • Enter and maintain job and project cost data
  • Allocate labor, expenses, and overhead accurately
  • Prepare and review P&L reports for accuracy and completeness
  • Identify and correct misclassifications or timing issues

San Francisco, California & Multi-State Compliance

  • Prepare, submit, and maintain filings related to:
    • San Francisco Gross Receipts Tax (GRT)
    • San Francisco business registration and administrative filings (including Form 571)
  • Manage out-of-state Department of Revenue (DOR) registrations, renewals, and ongoing compliance
  • Coordinate with external CPAs on income tax filings and provide required support documentation

Accounts Receivable

  • Enter and maintain accounts receivable transactions, including billing, adjustments, and credits
  • Apply customer payments and perform cash application and AR reconciliations
  • Maintain accurate AR records and supporting documentation

Accounts Payable

  • Enter vendor bills and process accounts payable payments
  • Ensure invoices are properly coded and approved in accordance with company policies
  • Maintain accurate AP records and resolve vendor inquiries
  • Prepare and issue annual Form 1099s, including vendor review, classification

CPA & Audit

  • Prepare and compile financial documentation requested by external CPAs
  • Collect required accounting data from two global subsidiaries
  • Respond to follow-up requests from CPAs and auditors

External Reporting & Administrative Support

  • Prepare financial information for client, contractor, and vendor prequalification packages
  • Complete financial sections of external forms and questionnaires
  • Track and submit business license registrations and renewals

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
  • 4–6 years of hands-on accounting experience
  • Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP fundamentals
  • Experience with job costing and transaction-level accounting
  • Experience submitting SF and/or state compliance filings
  • Strong Excel skills and attention to detail
Preferred Qualifications
  • Professional services or project-based accounting experience
  • Experience with SF Gross Receipts Tax and multi-state compliance
  • Experience supporting CPA firms and audits

SCOPE CLARIFICATION

  • Individual contributor role
  • Personally enters transactions and submits filings
  • No staff management
  • No income tax filing or tax strategy responsibility
  • No statutory oversight of international entities

LOCATION

  • Hybrid out of San Francisco, CA or Tracy, CA

COMPENSATION RANGE

  • $115,000-$130,000

BENEFITS

  • 401(k) with company matching
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance

VEC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. In accordance with federal and state laws, VEC does not discriminate in employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related condition, ancestry, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history cancer or genetic characteristics), veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or gender expression, HIV/AIDS status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.