Accountant - audit preparation (Raleigh, NC)

Cedar Granite Construction builds commercial and industrial projects around Raleigh, and we need an Accountant to lead our audit preparation. You would join a small organisation of about 106 people based in Raleigh. What you will do • Reconcile bank and vendor accounts each month, including anything tied to project schedules, and clear open items. • Work with purchasing and operations to fix recurring coding errors. • Review invoices and expense reports for accuracy before payment. • Keep the chart of accounts and supporting files tidy so anyone can follow them. • Prepare journal entries and support the month-end close on a fixed calendar. What we are looking for • Careful attention to detail and a habit of checking your own work. • Two or more years of hands-on accounting experience. • A clear, patient way of explaining numbers to non-accountants. • Solid spreadsheet skills and comfort with an ERP or accounting system. Nice to have • Experience with project schedules. • Familiarity with audit requirements. Working arrangement • Contract for three months, with clear deliverables from the first week. • On site in Raleigh, with some flexibility after the first few months. • Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.