Accounting Assistant

Position Summary
Stremler Gravel Inc. is seeking a highly detail-oriented Accounting Assistant to support weekly payroll processing, accounts payable operations, and certified payroll reporting for prevailing wage construction projects.

We are looking for someone who is tech-savvy and comfortable working in evolving systems and workflows. This role is not just transactional; it plays a key role in improving how payroll and accounting processes operate across the business.

The ideal candidate will:

• Quickly learn and adapt to new software and tools
• Support implementation and improvement of systems (payroll, AP, job costing, reporting)
• Help identify opportunities to reduce manual work through better workflows
• Be comfortable “figuring things out” in new platforms without extensive handholding
• Work within systems such as Miter or similar construction payroll platforms
• Support standardization across multiple entities

This role is critical in ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant financial operations across three business entities.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll & Certified Payroll

• Process weekly payroll accurately and on schedule
• Support payroll across multiple entities and job cost structures
• Prepare certified payroll reports for review and submission
• Ensure compliance with federal, state (WA L&I), and project-specific wage requirements
• Maintain accurate employee classifications, rates, and job coding
• Work within payroll systems (Miter experience a plus)

Accounts Payable

• Process and code vendor invoices across multiple entities
• Prepare and execute weekly accounts payable check runs
• Ensure proper approval workflows are followed
• Maintain vendor records and resolve discrepancies
• Monitor invoice deadlines to ensure timely payments

Compliance & Reporting

• Support prevailing wage compliance and audit readiness
• Maintain organized records for certified payroll submissions and job documentation
• Ensure alignment with Washington State L&I requirements and/or general contractor reporting systems

Process & Operational Support

• Support process improvements across payroll and AP workflows
• Assist in strengthening internal controls and documentation practices
• Work across multiple entities and adapt to evolving workflows and priorities
• Collaborate with CFO, Controller, and operations team to improve efficiency and accuracy

Required Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience in payroll and/or accounts payable (construction strongly preferred)
• Solid understanding of construction accounting principles
• Experience with weekly payroll cycles and vendor payment processing
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and problem-solve in real time
• Proficiency with accounting/payroll systems (Miter and QuickBooks experience a plus)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working across multiple business entities
• Exposure to prevailing wage and certified payroll reporting
• Familiarity with Washington State L&I prevailing wage requirements
• Exposure to construction project accounting or heavy civil operations
• Process improvement mindset (willingness to streamline and build better systems)
• Associate’s degree in accounting or related field, or equivalent work experience in payroll, accounts payable, or construction accounting

Key Traits for Success

• Extremely detail-oriented and accurate under deadlines
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, multi-job environment
• Strong communicator and proactive problem solver
• Takes ownership and “figures it out” without needing step-by-step direction
• Reliable and consistent with weekly deadlines

Work Environment

• Full-time, Monday–Friday, 40 hours per week
• Flexible start times available (within core business coverage needs)
• On-site role in a fast-paced construction office environment
• Weekly payroll and accounts payable cycles require consistent attention to deadlines
• Success in this role requires strong organization, responsiveness, and attention to detail

Why Join Stremler Gravel
Stremler Gravel Inc. is a second-generation, family-owned company with a strong reputation in the local construction and aggregate industry. We take pride in doing quality work, supporting our employees, and maintaining long-term relationships in the community.

We value a workplace where people:

• Take pride in their work and contribute to a dependable team environment
• Are supported with structure, respect, and clear expectations
• Can maintain a healthy work-life balance while meeting operational needs
• Have opportunities to grow and improve systems and processes over time

We also believe in celebrating wins; big and small, and recognizing the effort it takes to keep complex construction operations running smoothly.

Compensation
Approximately $32 - $38/hour, depending on experience.

Pay: $32.00 - $38.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person