Accountant WIP

CFS; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS is seeking a Senior Construction Accountant to oversee project financials from inception through completion, ensuring accurate cost tracking, timely billing, cash flow management, and project profitability.

This role partners with Project Managers and leadership to drive success, mentor junior staff, and leverage SAP, Textura, and advanced Excel reporting for WIP and close processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Manage project accounting activities from project startup through closeout.
• Prepare and oversee AIA billings, work-in-progress (WIP) reporting, accounts receivable, and contract compliance requirements.
• Review contracts, subcontracts, and change orders to understand billing terms, payment schedules, and financial obligations.
• Monitor project costs, job costing, budgets, commitments, and forecasts to support profitable project execution.
• Partner with Project Managers to analyze financial performance, identify risks, and address cost overruns or budget variances.
• Oversee subcontractor and vendor payment processes and support accounts payable activities related to projects.
• Support monthly close procedures, financial reporting, forecasting, and cash flow tracking.
• Reconcile project accounts and ensure the accuracy of financial data and project reporting.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

SAP

Textura

Excel reporting

Job description

Senior Construction Accountant

The Senior Construction Accountant will oversee project financials from inception through completion, helping ensure accurate cost tracking, timely billing, cash flow management, and overall project profitability. This position also provides an opportunity to mentor junior team members and contribute to the continued growth of the accounting function.

Why Consider Senior Construction Accountant

• Support high-profile construction projects, often exceeding $100M in value
• Work directly with Project Managers and operational leadership to drive project success
• Gain exposure to both day-to-day accounting and strategic financial oversight
• Opportunity to mentor and develop junior accounting professionals
• Established processes and technology tools including SAP, Textura, and advanced Excel reporting
• Stable organization with a strong project backlog and long-term growth outlook
• Collaborative environment where accounting is viewed as a strategic business partner

Key Responsibilities for the Senior Construction Accountant

• Manage project accounting activities from project startup through closeout
• Prepare and oversee AIA billings, work-in-progress (WIP) reporting, accounts receivable, and contract compliance requirements
• Review contracts, subcontracts, and change orders to understand billing terms, payment schedules, and financial obligations
• Monitor project costs, job costing, budgets, commitments, and forecasts to support profitable project execution
• Partner with Project Managers to analyze financial performance, identify risks, and address cost overruns or budget variances
• Oversee subcontractor and vendor payment processes and support accounts payable activities related to projects
• Support monthly close procedures, financial reporting, forecasting, and cash flow tracking
• Reconcile project accounts and ensure the accuracy of financial data and project reporting

What we’re looking for in the Senior Construction Accountant

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 4–6+ years of construction accounting, project accounting, or related industry experience
• Strong understanding of job costing, AIA billing, WIP schedules, contract administration, and project financial reporting
• Experience supporting large-scale commercial, industrial, infrastructure, or multifamily construction projects
• Ability to partner effectively with project teams and communicate financial information to non-accounting stakeholders