What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Accountant position at INSPYR Solutions?
Title: Construction Accountant
Location: Houston, Texas
Duration: Direct Hire
Compensation: $75,000 - $90,000
Work Requirements: US Citizen, GC Holders or Authorized to Work in the U.S.
Skillset / Experience:
The Construction Accountant is a self-motivated individual who will be responsible for assisting with overseeing and directing the accounting and reporting functions for in-house GC construction activities. The position will prepare monthly bank drawings, perform regular G/L accounting & job cost accounting functions, and prepare financial reporting. This employee is expected to understand and assist in managing the process of flows within the accounting department. Work is performed according to established policies, procedures, and deadlines. This employee is expected to exercise discretion and judgment, develop work routines and complete assignments with minimal supervision
Accounting & Financial Reporting
- Prepare monthly GC draws by compiling subcontractor billings and direct construction costs for Controller review
- Record and analyze financial data, including intercompany transactions and corporate card activity
- Perform general ledger reconciliations and maintain accurate financial records
- Code and process overhead expenses, including job cost allocations where applicable
- Assist in preparing monthly financial reporting packages for management
- Generate ad hoc financial reports as needed
- Maintain strict confidentiality of financial and organizational information
Project & Construction Accounting Support
- Process vendor invoices, subcontractor billings, and credit card transactions with accuracy
- Ensure proper coding to projects and departments within the accounting system
- Assist with subcontract preparation and onboarding documentation (COIs, W-9s)
- Coordinate with Project Managers to ensure change orders are properly recorded (e.g., in Procore)
- Obtain and track lien waivers and ensure proper documentation prior to vendor payments
- Monitor subcontractor licenses and insurance compliance
- Track and reconcile contractor retainage accounts
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required
- Minimum of 2 years of construction accounting experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Experience with job costing and contract accounting required
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel)
- Experience with ERP systems required
- Familiarity with Procore and Textura is a plus
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Salary : $75,000 - $90,000