Construction Accountant

Liberty Personnel Services, Inc.; Bethel (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Liberty Personnel Services, Inc. is seeking an experienced Construction Accountant for a growing mechanical contractor in Connecticut to join their team. You will manage project finances, A/P, A/R, and billing, ensuring accurate accounting across multiple jobs.

The role emphasizes job costing, AIA billings, and WIP reporting, with close collaboration with Project Managers. Proficiency in Excel and construction software helps you track costs, liens, and payroll-related documentation.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of construction accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of job costing and construction billing.
• Experience with AIA billing and WIP reporting.

Responsibilities

• Manage A/P, A/R, billing, and project accounting.
• Handle job costing, WIP, and project financial reporting.
• Prepare monthly AIA billings and review schedules of values.
• Process subcontractor and vendor invoices.
• Track change orders, commitments, and project costs.
• Reconcile accounts and assist with month-end close.
• Work closely with Project Managers and management on project financials.
• Assist with certified payroll, lien waivers, and other construction documentation.

Skills

Construction accounting

Job costing

Excel

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Tools

Sage/Timberline

Job description

CONSTRUCTION ACCOUNTANT – MECHANICAL CONTRACTOR

Growing mechanical contractor in Connecticut is seeking an experienced Construction Accountant to join their team.

Responsibilities

• Manage A/P, A/R, billing, and project accounting
• Handle job costing, WIP, and project financial reporting
• Prepare monthly AIA billings and review schedules of values
• Process subcontractor and vendor invoices
• Track change orders, commitments, and project costs
• Reconcile accounts and assist with month-end close
• Work closely with Project Managers and management on project financials
• Assist with certified payroll, lien waivers, and other construction documentation

Qualifications

• 3+ years of construction accounting experience
• Strong understanding of job costing and construction billing
• Experience with AIA billing and WIP reporting
• Sage/Timberline or similar construction accounting software preferred
• Strong Excel and organizational skills
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines

Excellent benefits and long-term opportunity.