Senior Accountant
Innovative Mechanical & Design (IMD), a Legence company
IMD is a full-service heating, cooling, plumbing and repair company offering comprehensive turnkey solutions. Our experienced team aspires to build, design, and create the resolutions you need using intelligent, creative methods that both meet and exceed industry standards. Together, we collaborate on each project to offer a “think out of the box approach” to solutions because we believe in assisting our clients with options and quality consultations.
The Senior Accountant will be a key member of the IMD accounting team, responsible for accurate and timely financial reporting and general accounting activities. We are looking for a detail-oriented professional with the ability to multi-task across a broad scope of accounting functions — from month-end close and WIP reporting to financial analysis and audit support. This role works closely with the Controller, project managers, and business leadership to ensure financial data is accurate, complete, and decision-ready.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
General Ledger & Month-End Close
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts.
• Prepare monthly journal entries, accruals, and reserve analysis.
• Perform bank reconciliations and reconcile monthly vendor statements to the general ledger.
• Maintain and reconcile fixed asset schedules.
• Complete monthly and year-end financial close activities, including balance sheet account reconciliations and company transactions.
WIP & Project Accounting
• Assist in the WIP monthly reporting process, including WIP schedules for revenue recognition using the percentage of completion method.
• Work closely with project managers to ensure continuous update of economic forecasts across the project portfolio.
• Analyze job cost reports and ensure adequate cost accumulation on projects.
• Prepare monthly reports for collections, billings, and work orders.
• Participate in monthly collection meetings.
• Prepare and file project tax exemption documents.
Financial Analysis & Reporting
• Prepare account analysis schedules including rollforward, variance, and trend analysis to confirm accuracy of account balances.
• Perform monthly analysis of balance sheet, income statement, labor, utilization, and PTO.
• Compare results to forecast, budget, and prior periods; investigate significant or unusual variances and determine appropriate adjustments.
• Create and provide monthly reporting to business leaders, including schedules and commentary on operating results and variances.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of financial and operational data to identify opportunities to improve EBITDA.
• Perform ad hoc requests from management and corporate.
Audit & Compliance
• Assist with annual audit preparations and provide support for year-end financial audits, including audit schedule preparation and addressing auditor inquiries.
• Investigate and resolve audit findings, account discrepancies, and issues of non-compliance.
• Evaluate the design and effectiveness of internal controls; identify non-compliance and control deficiencies.
• Assess internal controls including risk assessments.
• Assist in the implementation of new accounting policies and standards; monitor adherence to existing policies.
• Ensure regulatory licensing is maintained.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Work effectively with the accounting team, Controller, project managers, and business leadership.
• Support AP, AR, billing, and PO processes as needed.
• Assist in the annual budget process.
• Assist in system conversions and process improvement initiatives.
• Participate in or lead various projects and tasks based on business needs.
QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required. CPA preferred.
• Minimum 3–5 years of progressive accounting experience, including experience in public or corporate accounting. Construction industry experience strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, accounting regulations, and procedures.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUPs and pivot tables; proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.
• Experience with ERP/accounting systems; experience with construction-specific platforms a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with limited supervision in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• CCIFP certification a plus.
KEY COMPETENCIES
• Hourly Range: $45.67 - $55.29/hr (depending on experience). This role is also eligible for an annual performance‑based bonus. Bonus eligibility and payout are determined by role, individual performance, and company performance, and are not guaranteed.
KEY COMPETENCIES
• Organized: Strong sense of urgency with the ability to set priorities and build action plans to drive timely execution. Methodical and results-oriented with great attention to detail.
• Problem-Solving: Able to identify patterns, ask the right questions, and articulate relevant problem statements. Turns data into insights and decision-ready recommendations.
• Agile: Hands-on with the ability to shift between self-reliance and cross-team collaboration. Adaptable and willing to learn and grow with the business.
• Integrity: Impeccable work ethic; objective, candid, and accountable with a commitment to transparency and follow-through.
• Communication: Listens effectively; able to distill complex financial matters in clear terms for business leaders at all levels.
Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.
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About Legence
Legence (Nasdaq: LGN) is a leading provider of engineering, consulting, installation, and maintenance services for mission-critical systems in buildings. The company specializes in designing, fabricating, and installing complex HVAC, process piping, and other mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems—enhancing energy efficiency, reliability, and sustainability in new and existing facilities. Legence also delivers long-term performance through strategic upgrades and holistic solutions. Serving some of the world’s most technically demanding sectors, Legence counts over 60% of the Nasdaq-100 Index among its clients.
Benefits Overview
Health & Welfare: Company Paid medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, accident & sickness benefit, basic group life and AD&D, and Employee Assistance Program
Time Off Benefits: Paid vacation, company-paid holidays, and paid sick leave
Financial Benefits: 401(k) retirement savings plan
Reasonable Accommodations
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Employment Eligibility
Candidates must have current work authorization in the U.S.; visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Third-Party Recruiting Disclaimer
Legence and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies; any such submissions without a prior signed agreement authorized by Legence Holdings LLC's CHRO or Director of Talent Acquisition will not incur fees and are considered property of Legence.
Pay Disclosure & Considerations
Where pay ranges are indicated, please note that a successful candidate’s exact pay will be determined based relevant job-related factors, including any of the following: candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications, as well as geographic and market considerations. We are committed to ensuring fair and competitive compensation for all employees and comply with all applicable salary transparency laws.
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