A Construction Accountant prepares financial records and reports for a construction project or company. Maintains construction project budgets and manages financial transactions with contractors and subcontractors. Works with construction managers to track expenses and ensure compliance with accounting procedures. May review contractor bids and job cost estimates.
Concrete Construction & Manufacturing Employment Type:
Full-Time Location:
Newberry, FL /
On-site Reports To:
Director of Operations Compensation:
Competitive About the Role We are looking for an experienced construction bookkeeper to take on a comprehensive, full-cycle bookkeeping role for our concrete construction and concrete manufacturing operation. This position is responsible for accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, job costing, and reconciliations across multiple jobs and/or business units. We're looking for someone who thrives on bringing order, consistency, and efficient systems to a high-volume, fast-moving environment. Key Responsibilities Manage full-cycle accounts payable and accounts receivable across construction and manufacturing divisions Process payroll, including tracking of certified/prevailing wage requirements if working on public or government-funded projects Maintain job costing and Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules by project/job Track and bill retainage; monitor retainage receivable and payable balances Manage lien waivers, subcontractor compliance documents, and vendor 1099 filings Reconcile bank, credit card, and general ledger accounts monthly Track equipment, fleet, and batch plant costs and allocate to appropriate jobs/cost centers Monitor and remit sales/use tax on concrete material sales across applicable jurisdictions Support month-end close and assist in preparing financial statements and budget-vs-actual reports Maintain organized, audit-ready financial records and support external CPA/tax preparation as needed Identify and implement process improvements to support the transition from a multi-person bookkeeping team to a streamlined, centralized function Communicate regularly with project managers, vendors, and subcontractors regarding billing, payments, and documentation Minimum Qualifications 4+ years of experience in construction bookkeeping High school diploma or equivalent Demonstrated experience handling retainage (billing, tracking, and release) Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel Strong understanding of general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, and payroll fundamentals Ability to manage high transaction volume with accuracy and attention to detail Ability to work independently and manage competing deadlines Preferred Qualifications 7+ years of experience in construction bookkeeping Experience working with the Intuit Enterprise Suite (or comparable construction accounting platforms such as Sage 300 CRE, Viewpoint Vista, or Foundation Software) Strong background in concrete construction and/or concrete manufacturing Experience with job costing and WIP reporting Experience managing lien waivers Familiarity with certified payroll / prevailing wage (Davis-Bacon) requirements Experience with multi-entity or multi-division bookkeeping Associate's degree in accounting, or related field Bookkeeping certification (e.g., AIPB or NACPB Certified Bookkeeper) Prior experience consolidating or transitioning bookkeeping/accounting processes Physical & Work Environment Standard office environment; may require occasional visits to job sites.
