Construction Accounting Specialist

Construction Accounting Specialist Kansas City, KS Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Project team coordination Accounting experience within construction industry Cash flow management Record keeping Construction subcontractor management Accounts receivable Customer communication Microsoft Excel Financial data reconciliation Microsoft Outlook Customer service Word processing Filing Purchase order management Financial management report preparation Mid-level 3 years Client invoicing Construction budget management Bachelor's degree Attention to detail Financial record maintenance Commercial construction Organizational skills Construction administrative experience Certified Notary Public Construction accounting Bachelor's degree in accounting Commercial building projects Construction project closeout Construction change order management Accounting Communication skills Financial compliance Full Job Description Gunter Construction is looking for a proficient and meticulous Construction Project Accounting Specialist. This role is essential in supporting our project team by managing a wide range of financial, billing, and compliance responsibilities, including project setup, subcontractor compliance, accounts receivable, progress billings, and collections. The ideal candidate will have a robust background in construction accounting, be highly detail-oriented, and possess a strong understanding of compliance requirements unique to the construction industry.

MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE IN THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY

Set up approved subcontracts, purchase orders, and change orders in Foundation Software and review for accuracy. Generate, review, and process monthly billings in a timely manner. Prepare and submit all lien waivers for projects, subcontractors, and material suppliers. Manage subcontractor compliance (insurance, bonds, waivers, billing accuracy, etc.). Investigate and reconcile unbilled project costs. Track and collect accounts receivable balances for assigned projects; follow up with clients to ensure timely payments. Monitor and process retainage/retention releases upon project completion. Apply and reconcile customer payments, ensuring accuracy against open invoices. Maintain detailed project files and financial records. Assist in financial and compliance aspects of project close-out. Collaborate with project managers and operations staff to verify costs, contracts, and billing schedules. Prepare weekly/monthly aging reports and provide updates to management on collections and cash flow. Support additional assignments as requested by supervisor. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting or 3+ years of qualified construction accounting experience. Prior experience in the construction industry (required). Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook). Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational skills with ability to multi-task, prioritize, and meet deadlines. Dependable, collaborative, and team focused. Hands-on construction accounting experience (billing, lien waivers, retainage). Strong customer service skills for effective communication with clients, vendors, and project teams.

Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Vision insurance Application Question(s): Do you have Construction Billing Experience?

Experience:

Commercial construction: 3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Certified Notary Public (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person