Construction Accountant

Support the numbers. Strengthen the operation. Make an impact.

If you’re someone who enjoys bringing accuracy, organization, and structure to fast-moving projects, this role offers an opportunity to support commercial construction operations in a collaborative and team-focused environment.

Who We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who is detail-oriented, dependable, and motivated to continue building their accounting knowledge within the construction industry.

You take pride in accurate work, enjoy solving problems, and are comfortable managing multiple priorities and deadlines. You’re someone who follows through, communicates professionally, and works well both independently and as part of a team.

You don’t just process transactions – you help ensure projects, vendors, and financial information stay organized, accurate, and moving forward.

If you enjoy working behind the scenes to support operational success and take satisfaction in doing things right the first time, you’ll be a great fit for this role.

Why This Role Matters

The Construction Accountant supports day-to-day accounting operations related to commercial construction projects and operations.

This role plays an important part in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting job cost accounting, processing financial transactions, assisting with month-end processes, and helping ensure projects and accounting records are maintained efficiently and accurately across the business.

What You’ll Do

Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable

• Process and maintain accounts payable and accounts receivable records
• Verify invoice amounts, coding, and supporting documentation for accuracy
• Input construction job invoices into Procore and ensure proper job and cost coding
• Receive payments, post deposits, and maintain vendor records
• Verify outstanding invoices on vendor statements and follow up as needed
• Process lien waivers and certificates of insurance

Construction Job & Document Administration

• Create and maintain construction job files and documentation
• Establish construction jobs within Procore
• Maintain organized digital filing systems and job-related records
• Support accurate project setup and documentation management

Credit Card, Payroll & Financial Processing

• Verify, input, and reconcile credit card transactions and statements
• Process timesheet information necessary to facilitate payroll processing
• Verify and enter billable hours, PTO, overtime, and related payroll information
• Prepare checks and supporting documentation for processing and signature

Tax, Compliance & Accounting Support

• Review invoices for sales, excise, and use tax compliance
• Maintain vendor setup for 1099 processing and reporting
• Support reconciliations, financial reporting, and month-end accounting processes
• Assist with maintaining accurate accounting records and documentation

Administrative Support

• Perform general administrative tasks such as filing, scanning, and document management
• Support accounting and operational teams as needed

Who You Are

• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Dependable and accountable with consistent follow-through
• Able to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Comfortable working with numbers, systems, and detailed information
• Proactive and willing to learn new systems and processes
• Adaptable and able to shift priorities when needed
• Strong communicator who works well independently and across teams
• Professional and trustworthy when handling confidential information

What You’ll Need

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered
• Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience required
• Construction accounting or job costing experience preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams)
• Experience with or ability to learn systems such as Procore, QuickBooks, and related accounting software
• Working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, journal entries, reconciliations, and general accounting processes

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation package with room for growth and advancement
• Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Account, and Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Safe Harbor Company Match
• Short-Term Disability and Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance Plans
• Time Off and Leave programs including PTO, Holidays, Bereavement, FMLA, and more
• Monday through Friday daytime schedule
• Summer Hours program (Memorial Day – Labor Day) with Friday afternoons off
• Supportive and collaborative work environment that fosters professional development

Who We Are

Van Buskirk Companies (VBC) is a family-owned company that has continued to live up to its excellent reputation in the Sioux Falls community for over 55 years. Our vision is “To create an extraordinary real estate experience that builds dreams and develops community.”

We are a leading full-service real estate and construction company known for our dedication to excellence, superior customer service, and commitment to employee growth and development.

Our Core Values

• Integrity: We take pride in doing the right thing and build trust with each interaction.
• Teamwork: We value one another and our customers as partners and commit to shared success through positive communication, collaboration, and action.
• Excellence: We continuously learn and grow our capabilities to bring our best work, every day.
• Community: We are united to make a positive impact and build strong relationships where we work and live.

• Innovation: We think creatively to develop unique solutions to complex challenges.