Senior Accountant -Audit/Construction

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ABOUT THE COMPANY

At Current, everything starts with people. We partner with leading accounting firms across the United States, bringing them together through a shared platform that supports their growth while preserving the local identities and client relationships that make each firm unique. Our partner firms combine the close connections of a local team with the resources of a national community, giving professionals access to broader career opportunities, learning, collaboration, and innovative technology. Whether you join Current or one of our partner firms, you’ll be part of a connected team investing in your development and shaping the future of accounting.

Bowers Accountants & Advisors

Bowers Accountants & Advisors Powered by CURRENT stands as a renowned figure in the realm of public accounting, distinguished for its provision of top-tier audit, assurance, and advisory services. As a proud member of the AICPA’s G400, we have moved to the Top 200 Firms nationwide, earning the No. 165 ranking inside Public Accounting's (IPA) 2026 IPA 500 list. We maintain a robust reputation grounded in integrity, professionalism, and unparalleled expertise. We proudly boast an extensive array of specialties and maintain a strategic presence with offices located in Syracuse, Rochester, Ithaca, and Watertown. Committed to delivering innovative solutions, we empower our clients to navigate intricate financial landscapes and attain their distinct financial objectives while serving private and closely held businesses with strategic advice for over 40 years. Whether traditional Tax and Audit, Client Accounting Advisory Services, Business Valuation, Accounting/Bookkeeping, Forensic Accounting, or Financial Planning Services, our approach is to master an in-depth knowledge of our clients with innovative analysis and recommendations to build and maintain net growth.

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
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h 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.