Commercial Accountant

Custom Concrete; Westfield (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company is seeking a Commercial Accountant to ensure accurate financial management across projects. You will maintain job-cost integrity, support monthly billing cycles, and collaborate closely with project managers and field leaders. A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, along with 4+ years of experience in construction accounting, is preferred. The role requires strong Excel skills and a proficiency in construction accounting software. Join us to contribute to our culture of teamwork and integrity in financial clarity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 4+ years of construction accounting experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of WIP, percentage-of-completion revenue, AIA billing, and retainage.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate job-cost data for all projects.
• Prepare monthly Work-In-Progress (WIP) schedules.
• Lead job-cost, WIP, and billing components of the month-end close.

Skills

Construction accounting experience

Strong Excel skills

Proficiency in construction accounting systems

Understanding of WIP and percentage-of-completion revenue

Education

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

Tools

CMiC

Job description

The Commercial Accountant plays a key role in ensuring accurate, timely, and consistent financial management across our commercial, multifamily, and industrial construction projects. This position works closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, and leadership to maintain job-cost integrity, support monthly close processes, and uphold strong financial controls.

We’re looking for someone who brings a positive attitude, accountability, adaptability, and a collaborative spirit. Someone who supports our culture of integrity, teamwork, and a “can‑do” mindset.

Key Responsibilities

Project & Job-Cost Accounting

• Maintain accurate job-cost data for all commercial, multifamily, and industrial projects.
• Review weekly cost transactions to ensure proper coding, compliance, and alignment with budgets.
• Validate committed costs, open POs, subcontract agreements, and change orders.
• Partner with Project Managers to resolve discrepancies and maintain cost‑to‑complete accuracy.

WIP, Revenue Recognition & Billing

• Prepare monthly Work-In-Progress (WIP) schedules and over/under billing analyses.
• Ensure accuracy in percentage-of-completion revenue and gross margin reporting.
• Support monthly billing cycles, including AIA pay applications, progress billings, and retainage management.

Operational Support & Collaboration

• Serve as a trusted financial partner to Project Managers and field leaders.
• Attend project reviews and provide job-level reporting and insights.
• Train and support operations teams on cost coding, billing processes, and documentation standards.

Month-End & Year-End Close

• Lead job-cost, WIP, and billing components of the month-end close.
• Reconcile AR, retainage, cost accruals, and unbilled revenue.
• Support audit needs and maintain proper documentation and SOPs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 4+ years of construction accounting experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of WIP, percentage-of-completion revenue, AIA billing, and retainage.
• Proficiency with construction accounting systems (CMiC preferred).
• Strong Excel skills and ability to present financial information to leaders.

Key Attributes That Fit Our Culture

• Positive, encouraging, and solutions-oriented mindset.
• High level of accountability, reliability, and ownership.
• Respectful, empathetic communication with all teams.
• Adaptable, helpful, and willing to support teammates across departments.
• Integrity-driven with a commitment to accuracy and consistency.

Why This Role Matters

This role is a critical bridge between accounting and operations, ensuring financial clarity and helping our teams make informed decisions. The ideal candidate is someone who not only excels at the technical aspects of construction accounting but also thrives in a relationship-focused, team-first environment.