Construction Accountant

About the Role

The Construction Accountant will focus on timely and accurate information reporting, including job cost tracking, construction draw management, balance sheet reconciliations, processing bank draws, research, and communication with project managers on project status and payment approvals.

• Maintain payment draw files and invoice files.
• Communicate with project managers, vendors, and external parties to manage draw requests and requirements.
• Communicate with external clients and lenders to manage funding and draw requests, providing timely responses to questions and inquiries.
• Perform and review bank account reconciliations and assist with corporate balance sheet reconciliations and other corporate monthly internal management reports.
• Calculate and invoice general contracting fees and allocate payroll to projects.
• Responsible for construction accounts receivable tracking, management, and reporting.
• Assist in the development and enhancement of project reporting and construction project analysis reporting.
• Assist with special projects as requested.
• Handle general accounting including accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, job costing, and general ledger posting.
• Process accounts receivable and understand the construction billing and collections process.
• Work with Project Managers on billing verification and collection matters.
• Prepare deposits and weekly cash flow forecasts.
• Process accounts payable from invoice to payment, including coding invoices to the appropriate job number, cost code, and GL account number, and distributing invoices to Project Managers for approval.
• Reconcile vendor statements and customer payments.
• Maintain lien waivers and verify subcontractor insurance.
• Track, analyze, and report job costs.
• Enter project setup sheets and maintain filing systems for projects.
• Assist with processing payroll and certified payroll when necessary.
• Interface with Project Managers and senior management on all aspects of construction accounting.
• Respond to inquiries from Owners, Controller, and Project Managers.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• Two plus years of experience in accounting.
• Working knowledge of the construction accounting life cycle.
• Experience with UKG is a plus, but not required.

Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong time management and prioritization abilities.
• Attention to detail and organized.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office programs.
• Ability to be resourceful and solve problems.
• Curiosity and willingness to learn.

Why Join Our Team

At our company, we believe great people build great projects. We're committed to creating an environment where employees are empowered to grow, take ownership, and make a meaningful impact on the success of our company. As our Construction Accountant, you'll work alongside a collaborative leadership team, partner closely with operations, and play a key role in helping drive the financial performance of our projects. We value continuous improvement, accountability, and investing in our people—because we know our long-term success depends on the success of our team.

Benefits

• Employee Ownership – ESOP Participation
• Competitive Salary
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life & Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Weekly Pay