Accountant

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is seeking a Construction Accountant to advance your career in the construction industry. The role focuses on job costing, project accounting, financial reporting, and handling AP/AR for a growing local construction company.

You will work closely with project managers and leadership to ensure accurate tracking of construction finances, support audits, and maintain regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of accounting experience, preferably in construction.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• CPA designation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), and general ledger transactions.
• Perform construction job costing, track project budgets, and monitor project profitability.
• Prepare progress billings, change orders, and retainage calculations.
• Reconcile accounts and prepare accurate financial statements and reports.
• Assist with financial audits, documentation, and reporting requirements.
• Work closely with project managers to ensure accurate tracking of construction finances.
• Support tax filings and maintain compliance with financial regulations.
• Monitor project costs and identify budget variances and issues.

Skills

Job costing

AP/AR

Financial reporting

Project accounting

Excel

Communication

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance or related field

CPA designation is a plus

Tools

Sage 300 CRE

Viewpoint

QuickBooks Contractor

Job description

Construction Accountant

Are you an experienced Accountant looking to grow your career in the construction industry? Our client, a growing local construction company, is seeking a detail-oriented Construction Accountant to join their team. This position is ideal for an accounting professional with experience in job costing, project accounting, financial reporting, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.

Construction Accountant Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), and general ledger transactions.
• Perform construction job costing, track project budgets, and monitor project profitability.
• Prepare progress billings, change orders, and retainage calculations.
• Reconcile accounts and prepare accurate financial statements and reports.
• Assist with financial audits, documentation, and reporting requirements.
• Work closely with project managers to ensure accurate tracking and reporting of construction project finances.
• Support tax filings and maintain compliance with applicable financial regulations.
• Monitor project costs and help identify budget variances and potential financial issues.

Construction Accountant Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience, preferably within the construction industry or a related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• CPA designation is a plus.
• Knowledge of construction accounting, job costing, project billing, and financial reporting.
• Experience with construction accounting software such as Sage 300 CRE, Viewpoint, or QuickBooks Contractor is preferred.
• Strong Microsoft Excel and accounting software skills.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and financial priorities.

Why Apply for This Construction Accountant Position?

• Join a respected and growing local construction company.
• Play an important role in project accounting, financial reporting, and job cost management.
• Collaborate directly with project managers and company leadership.
• Opportunity to contribute to key financial decisions and construction project performance.
• Competitive salary and benefits.