Construction Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a skilled Construction Accountant to join our team in Visalia, California. In this role, you will play a vital part in managing financial operations and ensuring the accuracy of accounting processes for our construction projects. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a growing family-owned business with a strong presence in the local community.

Responsibilities :

• Oversee accounts payable and receivable processes, including subcontractor payments, vendor invoices, client billing, and collections.
• Manage insurance renewals, audits, and ensure compliance with industry regulations.
• Prepare and analyze monthly work-in-progress reports and evaluate project performance metrics.
• Perform job costing for multiple active construction projects, ensuring accurate cost tracking and reporting.
• Collaborate with subcontractors to manage contracts, bonds, revisions, retainage, and payment processing.
• Support month-end and year-end financial close processes, including preparing data for financial statements.
• Conduct internal audits and maintain compliance with financial reporting standards.
• Utilize QuickBooks Desktop and advanced Excel functions to manage and present financial data effectively.
• A minimum of 3-5 years of accounting experience in the construction industry, with expertise in project accounting and job costing.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks Desktop and advanced Excel functions, including pivot tables and complex formulas.
• Strong understanding of construction-specific accounting practices such as job costing, work-in-progress reporting, retainage, and subcontractor billing.
• Experience with insurance renewals, audits, and compliance tasks in a construction setting.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of prevailing wage work is a plus.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong communication skills, with a collaborative and team-oriented approach.

If interested call or text (559)312-1064 or message Ross Wheeler on LinkedIn