Construction Accountant

Randstad USA; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad USA is seeking an experienced construction accounting professional to manage project cost accounting and job costing across multiple projects in Florida. You will set up new projects, track expenses, and prepare WIP and variance analyses to support profitability forecasting.

You will also handle AIA billings, accounts receivable, and subcontractor payables, ensuring lien waivers and insurance certificates are in place.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent working experience).
• 3-5 years of dedicated accounting experience within the construction, general contracting, or real estate development industries.
• Hands-on experience with construction accounting software (Sage 100/300, Procore, Foundation, QuickBooks Contractor Edition, or ComputerEase).
• Strong understanding of job cost accounting, WIP reporting, retainage, AIA billing formats, and lien waiver processes.
• Excellent attention to detail, analytical skills, and clear communication with subcontractors, clients, and internal project teams.

Responsibilities

• Set up new projects in the accounting system, maintaining accurate job cost codes and budget structures.
• Track, review, and allocate project expenses, labor, and materials against budget allowances.
• Prepare project cost-to-complete analyses, WIP (Work in Progress) reports, and variance reports monthly.
• Conduct monthly financial review meetings with Project Managers to analyze job profitability and forecast final costs.
• Prepare and submit progress billings, AIA billing documents (G702/G703), and schedule of values.
• Monitor accounts receivable and follow up on outstanding client invoices and retainage releases.
• Process subcontractor pay applications and vendor invoices, verifying lien waivers, COIs, and compliance prior to payment.
• Reconcile job cost reporting to the General Ledger during month-end and year-end closes.
• Assist with sales tax filings, project audits, and annual financial audits.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal construction tax guidelines and industry regulations.

Skills

Job Costing

Project Accounting

General Ledger

Education

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

Tools

Sage 100/300

Procore

Foundation

QuickBooks Contractor Edition

ComputerEase

Job description

Key Responsibilities

Project Accounting & Job Costing

• Set up new projects in the accounting system, maintaining accurate job cost codes and budget structures.
• Track, review, and allocate project expenses, labor, and materials against budget allowances.
• Prepare project cost-to-complete analyses, WIP (Work in Progress) reports, and variance reports monthly.
• Conduct monthly financial review meetings with Project Managers to analyze job profitability and forecast final costs.

Billing & Accounts Receivable

• Prepare and submit progress billings, AIA billing documents (G702/G703), and schedule of values to project owners/clients.
• Monitor accounts receivable and follow up on outstanding client invoices and retainage releases.

Subcontractor & Accounts Payable Management

• Process subcontractor pay applications and vendor invoices, verifying lien waivers, insurance certificates (COIs), and compliance documents prior to payment disbursement.
• Manage retainage payables and track joint check agreements as needed.

General Ledger & Compliance

• Reconcile job cost reporting to the General Ledger during month-end and year-end closes.
• Assist with sales tax filings, project audits, and annual financial audits.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal construction tax guidelines and industry regulations.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent working experience).
• Experience: 3-5 years of dedicated accounting experience within the construction, general contracting, or real estate development industries.
• Software Proficiency: Hands‑on experience with construction accounting software (e.g., Sage 100/300, Procore, Foundation, Quickbooks Contractor Edition, or ComputerEase).
• Technical Knowledge: strong understanding of job cost accounting, WIP reporting, retainage, AIA billing formats, and lien waiver processes.
• Skills: Exceptional attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and clear communication abilities to interface with subcontractors, clients, and internal project teams.

salary: $75,000 - $80,000 per year

shift: First

work hours: 8 AM - 5 PM

education: Bachelors

Skills

• Job Costing
• Project Accounting
• General Ledger

Qualifications

• Years of experience: 5 years
• Experience level: Experienced

Experience

• Experienced
• 5 years

Education

• Bachelors (required)

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact [e-mail].

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.