Job Description

Sherman Buildings has been in business for more than 40 years and our growth is only limited by our ability to find excellent Employees like you.

Our team is the leader in selling pole buildings that are of the highest quality and delight our customers. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality projects, maintaining strong client relationships, and foster a collaborative, results-driven team environment.  

Sherman Buildings is seeking a highly experienced and detail-oriented Accountant to join our team.  This is a critial role that requires deep expertise in managing the complex financial operations unique to the construction industry.  The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing core financial functions, ensuring compliance, and delivering accurate reporting to support strategic decision-making.

Job Location: On site at our Mora, MN office

Hours: Monday thru Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm  (Full Time Position)

Key Responsibilities

The primary focus of this role will be managing crucial, high-impact financial functions, including:

  • Tax Compliance and Reporting: Manage and file all necessary federal, state, and local payroll taxes, including quarterly and annual returns (e.g., Form 941, W-2s, 1099s). Handle sales tax reporting and assist with corporate income tax preparation.
  • Payroll Management: Process weekly payroll for all field and office employees, ensuring accuracy of labor allocation, payroll, and compliance with all wage and hour laws.
  • Accounts Payable (A/P) Oversight: Manage the full A/P cycle, including processing subcontractor invoices, lien waivers, tracking compliance documentation, and managing vendor relationships.
  • General Ledger & Financial Close: Perform complex journal entries, reconciliations, and close procedures on a monthly and yearly basis, ensuring financial statements are prepared in accordance with GAAP.
  • Job Costing Support: Work closely with Project Managers to ensure accurate and timely tracking of job costs, budget-to-actual variance analysis, and project profitability reporting.

Must-Have Qualifications

To be considered for this role, candidates must possess the following non-negotiable qualifications:

  • 7+ years of progressive, hands-on accounting experience, with a significant portion in the Construction industry.
  • Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license is required.
  • Expert-level proficiency with QuickBooks Online for managing job costing, payroll, and financial reporting.
  • Strong Microsoft Excel skills
  • Deep functional knowledge of job costing principles, retention, and percentage-of-completion (POC) revenue recognition.
  • Proven ability to manage high-volume payroll and tax compliance for a construction workforce.

 Benefits include:

  • Competitive wages based on experience
  • Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
  • 401K/Retirement plan with company match
  • Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
  • Professional development opportunities 

Ready to Build With Us?

If you meet these specific qualifications and are ready for a challenging role where your expertise will be highly valued, fill out the Applicant Screening Questionnaire and submit your resume and cover letter by following the instructions on this site.

More Details
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Mora , MN , United States
Experience Required: Mid-Senior Level
Date Published: 07 Oct 2025
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