Accountant

About the Company

G.A. Johnson Construction, Inc. is an established Construction Management and Design-Build company providing Design/Build, Construction Management, and General Contracting services throughout South Dakota and the Upper Midwest. The company is committed to quality construction, professional service, and a positive workplace culture.

About the Role

G.A. Johnson Construction is seeking an experienced Accountant to join its finance and administration team in Harrisburg, South Dakota. This full-time, Monday–Friday position is responsible for core accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, financial reporting, and year-end audit support.

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of successful accounting experience, strong knowledge of accounting and payroll principles, and excellent organizational and communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day Accounts Payable (AP) activities.
• Maintain and process Accounts Receivable (AR) transactions.
• Process payroll accurately and on schedule.
• Support payroll tax reporting and related compliance requirements.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and accounting reports.
• Assist with year-end financial audits.
• Support benefit administration and related accounting processes.
• Maintain accurate and organized financial records.
• Apply accounting principles and company procedures to daily transactions.
• Assist with financial reporting and other accounting-related projects.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams, vendors, employees, and external partners.
• Learn and follow company-specific accounting processes and procedures.

Benefits & Perks

• Full-time, Monday–Friday schedule.
• Health insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Relocation assistance available.
• Training on company-specific accounting processes.
• Supportive workplace culture.
• Opportunity to build a long-term career with an established construction company.

Benefits are available after 90 days and may be subject to company policies and eligibility requirements.

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of successful experience in a similar accounting position preferred.
• Experience with accounting and financial reporting.
• Experience processing payroll and administering employee benefits.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and applications.
• Knowledge of payroll principles, processes, and tax reporting requirements.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple accounting responsibilities accurately.

Preferred Qualifications

• Five or more years of experience in accounting, financial reporting, payroll processing, and benefits administration.
• Experience with Sage accounting software.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Excel, and Word.
• Experience working in the construction, design-build, or general contracting industry.
• Strong financial analysis and reporting capabilities.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to quickly learn and apply company-specific accounting procedures.

Equal Opportunity Statement

G.A. Johnson Construction, Inc. is committed to maintaining a professional, respectful, and supportive workplace. The company values employees who demonstrate integrity, accountability, teamwork, and a commitment to quality. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, experience, skills, and business needs.