Construction Accountant

Responsibilities and Qualifications:

• Support all accounting functions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, project accounting and financial reporting.
• Review and reconcile cash and other balance sheet accounts.
• Thorough understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting with focus on construction industry.
• Track and manage project-related costs, including labor, materials, subcontractor, and equipment costs.
• Implement and maintain strong internal controls to ensure the integrity and accuracy of financial reporting.
• Collaborate with project managers, estimators, and senior management to provide financial insights and support in decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with construction industry accounting standards, regulations, and reporting requirements.
• Ability to interpret construction contracts, lien releases, notice to owners, and other pertinent construction documents.
• Familiarity with construction accounting software.
• Knowledge of tax laws and regulations applicable to the construction industry.
• Excellent numerical skills and attention to detail to ensure accurate financial records.
• Proficiency in using spreadsheets and other accounting tools for financial analysis and reporting.
• Problem-solving skills to identify and resolve discrepancies in financial entries, documents, and reports.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks, prioritize and meet deadlines.