Construction Accountant

About the role

Roundhouse Construction in Boise, ID is seeking a full-time, on-site Construction Accountant (Monday–Friday, 9 am–6 pm). You will own the financial side of multifamily development projects, from pre‑construction budgets through final reconciliation, partnering with project managers and leadership on budgets, job cost tracking, vendor payments, and financial reporting. The role includes a zero‑cost employee medical plan, a 401(k) match, and an employee housing discount. Your work ensures every dollar is accounted for, helps explain numbers to project teams, and builds sharper financial processes.

Responsibilities

• Budgets and cost control: Partner with project managers to build detailed, cost‑effective budgets for each project; track job costs across the project lifecycle and incorporate unforeseen costs into the budget; research market trends and forecast price changes for construction materials and services.
• Accounting and payments: Prepare invoices, forecast cash flow, and sign off on purchase orders; process vendor and supplier payments accurately and on time; maintain thorough project financial records to support audits and tax compliance.
• Reporting and risk: Prepare cost analyses that turn project financial data into clear insight; flag financial risks and budget discrepancies to management early to protect budgets and timelines.
• Vendors and contracts: Build strong vendor and supplier relationships that support cost‑effective procurement; manage vendor and supplier contracts so terms align with project budgets and timelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• 3+ years of private or public accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of construction cost accounting, job costing, and related financial procedures.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex financial data.
• High attention to detail and strong organization.
• Ability to present financial information clearly to project managers and leadership.
• CPA licensure or a construction accounting certification such as CCIFP is a plus.
• Experience with a developer, owner‑builder, or vertically integrated real estate company is a plus.
• Experience with Procore, Yardi, or similar construction and accounting software