A premier specialty construction firm in Wilmington, DE, with a 50-year history of excellence, is looking for a dedicated finance professional to join our team. This role is designed for a detail-oriented expert who understands that accurate payroll and streamlined accounts payable are the heartbeat of a successful construction operation.

As a cornerstone of our office, you will be the primary steward of our internal and external financial commitments, ensuring our craftspeople and partners are prioritized.

 
location: Wilmington, Delaware
job type: Permanent
salary: $70,000 - 80,000 per year
work hours: 9 to 5
education: Bachelor's degree
experience: 3 Years
 
responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities

Payroll Leadership (Primary Focus)

• End-to-End Payroll Management: Execute the full weekly payroll cycle for roughly 30 employees using Construction Manager software. You will be the sole owner of this process, ensuring 100% accuracy and punctuality.
• Compliance & Tax Oversight: Manage all payroll tax filings and the precise calculation of union dues. You will ensure we remain in full compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Project-Based Expertise: Apply your knowledge of labor allocations and project-based payroll nuances to support accurate job costing.

Accounts Payable & Financial Support

• Full-Cycle A/P Management: Take charge of the accounts payable inbox, processing 30-50 invoices weekly. This includes coding, verifying approvals, and managing vendor relationships to ensure timely disbursements.
• A/R & Cash Flow Support: Assist with accounts receivable functions to maintain healthy liquid capital.
• Professional Collections: Conduct month-end outreach to clients regarding outstanding balances. We value a "friendly but firm" approach that secures payment while protecting our long-standing industry reputation

 
qualifications:
Professional Profile

• At least 1-3 years experience in a Senior Accountant or Bookkeeping role where payroll processing was a core daily function.
• Proven experience within construction, manufacturing, or project-centered environments is highly preferred.

The Benefits of Joining Our Legacy

• Unrivaled Stability: Join a profitable, established organization celebrating five decades of consistent growth.
• Culture of Longevity: We are known for our exceptional employee retention. We provide an environment where people don't just find a job-they build a career.
• Direct Impact: Your work in payroll and A/P is vital. You are the link that keeps our field teams paid and our vendor partnerships strong

 
skills: Payroll - 1 - 50