Accountant - Construction

Brown Builders Inc; Bossier City (LA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown Builders Inc. is seeking an Accountant – Construction Accounting to manage the company’s accounting operations on-site in Bossier City, LA, reporting to the CFO.

You’ll oversee job cost monitoring, monthly closings, budgeting, and forecasting, collaborating with project teams to ensure accurate financial reporting. The ideal candidate has a solid accounting foundation, experience in construction accounting, and strong Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting is required.
• Experience in construction accounting preferred.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in Excel and MS Office.
• Ability to meet deadlines and handle confidential information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual closings.
• Prepare and review general ledger entries, account reconciliations, and schedules.
• Assist with preparation and analysis of monthly financial statements.
• Monitor job costs, budgets, commitments, and actual expenses.
• Support CFO, project management, and departments with financial information.
• Assist with tax preparation and internal controls.

Skills

Excel

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Deadline-oriented

Discretion with confidential info

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Construction accounting software

Project management systems

Job description

Accountant – Construction Accounting

Location: Bossier City, Louisiana

Work Arrangement: Full-time, on-site

Reports To: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Pay Range: $50,000-$60,000/year

About Our Company

Brown Builders is a prominent General Contractor in Louisiana and surrounding states. We have over 55 years of experience in our market. We are a growing, woman-owned general contracting company committed to quality construction, strong client relationships, and responsible financial management. As a medium-sized contractor, we offer the opportunity to work closely with company leadership in a collaborative environment where accuracy, accountability, and teamwork are valued.

We are seeking a motivated, detail-oriented accounting professional to work directly with our CFO in managing the company's accounting operations, financial reporting, and construction-related accounting processes.

Position Summary

The Accountant will play an important role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting monthly financial reporting, monitoring job costs, and assisting with budgeting and forecasting. This position will work closely with the CFO, project management team, and other departments to provide timely and reliable financial information that supports sound business decisions.

The ideal candidate has a solid accounting foundation, strong analytical skills, and an interest in construction accounting. The successful candidate will be organized, proactive, comfortable managing deadlines, and capable of working independently while collaborating with the CFO and the broader team.

This ideal candidate has the potential for advancement to Senior Accountant, Accounting Supervisor, and Accounting Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closings.
• Prepare and review general ledger entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Assist with preparation and analysis of monthly financial statements.
• Maintain accurate accounting records and ensure transactions are properly recorded and classified.
• Support annual financial reviews, tax preparation, and external accounting requests.
• Help maintain effective internal controls and accounting procedures.

Construction and Job Cost Accounting

• Monitor job costs, budgets, commitments, and actual project expenses.
• Assist with preparing and maintaining monthly work-in-progress (WIP) schedules.
• Analyze project profitability, cost variances, and estimated costs to complete.
• Coordinate with project managers to investigate discrepancies and improve job cost accuracy.
• Assist with job setup, cost coding, and review of project financial information.
• Support accounts payable, subcontractor payment processing, and job-related billing as needed.
• Assist with tracking retainage, change orders, and other construction-related financial activity.

Financial Analysis and CFO Support

• Work directly with the CFO on financial reporting, budgeting, cash flow projections, and forecasting.
• Prepare financial reports and schedules to support management decision-making.
• Analyze financial trends, operating results, and project performance.
• Assist with improving accounting processes, reporting tools, and financial controls.
• Identify discrepancies, investigate issues, and recommend practical solutions.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
• Accounting experience, preferably in the construction industry.
• Strong understanding of general accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other standard office applications.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet recurring deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential financial information with professionalism and discretion.
• This job is 100% on-site in Bossier City, Louisiana.

Preferred Qualifications

• Some Experience with construction accounting, job costing, and WIP reporting.
• Familiarity with percentage-of-completion accounting and construction revenue recognition.
• Some Experience with construction accounting software and project management systems.
• Knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, subcontractor pay applications, and retainage.
• Experience assisting with budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
• Progress toward a relevant professional certification, such as CPA is a plus, but not required.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to work directly with the CFO and company leadership.
• A collaborative environment within an established, growing general contracting business.
• Exposure to all aspects of construction accounting, financial reporting, and business operations.
• The opportunity to contribute ideas and help improve accounting processes.
• Competitive compensation based on qualifications and experience.
• Benefits and paid time off, based on company policy.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome qualified applicants from all backgrounds.