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Certified Public Accountant (CPA) – Construction
About the Job
We are in need of a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) specializing in construction to manage the complex financial realities of multi-project operations. Core duties involve precise job costing, Work-In-Progress (WIP) reporting, cash flow forecasting, and construction tax compliance to prevent budget overruns.
Key Responsibilities
- Job Costing & Budgeting: Track project expenses (labor, materials, and overhead) against initial budgets and develop cost codes to improve future bids.
- Financial Reporting & WIP Schedules: Consolidate data into comprehensive statements for stakeholders, lenders, and bonding companies, focusing heavily on Work-In-Progress (WIP) schedules.
- Contract & Risk Management: Monitor vendor and subcontractor agreements, review payment applications, issue lien releases, and ensure joint check agreements are properly handled.
- Specialized Tax Strategy: Utilize industry-specific tax deductions, manage diverse revenue recognition methods (like the percentage-of-completion method), and navigate multi-state tax requirements.
- Audit & Compliance Support: Prepare for and support both internal and external audits by reconciling project-level performance and ensuring internal controls are effective.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Education & Licensing: A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance. An active CPA designation is highly preferred, along with the Certified Construction Industry Financial Professional (CCIFP) credential.
- Experience: 3 to 5 years of accounting or finance experience, specifically in general contracting or heavy civil construction environments.
- Software Proficiency: Advanced knowledge of construction-specific software and tools.
Benefits
- Paid health, dental/vision, and life insurance with optional dependent coverage.
- Pay to be discussed at interview.