Construction Accountant

Scott Contracting; Suwanee (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Scott Contracting, LLC seeks an organized construction accounting specialist to analyze data, maintain precise records, and support routine accounting duties. You will communicate clearly with clients, vendors, and lenders while collaborating across departments.

The role requires QuickBooks proficiency, strong Excel skills, and a proactive, dependable work ethic in a dynamic construction setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or related field.
• At least 2 years’ experience in an accounting-adjacent role within construction.
• Advanced competency in QuickBooks and Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Knowledge of accounts payable, cost accounting, and audits.

Responsibilities

• Verify vendor accounts, pay vendors, and resolve invoices promptly.
• Collaborate with team and vendors to analyze financial data.
• Maintain ledgers, journals, invoices, receipts, and inventory records.
• Assist with daily, monthly, and annual accounting activities including reports and audits.
• Charge expenses to accounts and job costing; prepare Excel spreadsheets.
• Stay informed on regulatory requirements and best practices in accounting.
• Build relationships with vendors and manage subcontractor certificates of insurance.
• Provide back-up support for Administrative Assistant when needed.
• Multitask effectively in a fast-paced construction environment.

Skills

Organization

Detail orientation

Communication

Research

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related

Tools

QuickBooks

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

We are looking for an organized, detail-oriented construction accountant to analyze information, maintain complete and accurate records, assist with routine accounting duties, and provide prompt, courteous responses to inquiries or complaints from clients, vendors, and lenders. You should also be a skilled researcher and possess strong communication and computer skills.

To ensure success as a construction accounting specialist, you should be committed to providing efficient, reliable support to accounting department members, and collaboration with other departments and external parties. You should be trustworthy, thorough, and courteous with excellent time management skills. The ability to learn quickly and to maintain flexibility in an ever-changing work environment is paramount. A great work ethic, positive attitude, and a willingness to assist in other areas of the company will set you apart from other applicants.

Job Responsibilities

• Verifying vendor accounts, paying vendors, and resolving invoices, payment discrepancies in an organized and timely manner.
• Collaborating with co-workers and third-party vendors to gather, analyze, and interpret relevant financial data.
• Maintaining accurate and complete records, including ledgers, journals, invoices, receipts, and information related to supplies and inventory.
• Assisting the accounting department in daily, monthly, and annual activities, including generating financial reports, inputting project budgets, account reconciliations (credit card & bank) and assisting with audits and resolving discrepancies.
• Charging expenses to accounts and job costing.
• Preparing and maintaining Excel spreadsheets.
• Keeping informed of regulatory requirements and best practices in accounting.
• Developing and maintaining strong relationships with vendors and suppliers.
• Managing certificates of insurance for subcontractors.
• Assist as back-up for Administrative Assistant upon their absence.
• Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related.
• At least 2 years’ experience in an accounting adjacent roll within a construction environment.
• Advanced competency in accounting and business management software, such as QuickBooks and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• In-depth knowledge of accounts payable principles, accounting standards, and industry regulations.
• Knowledge of construction cost accounting and related financial procedures.
• Extensive experience in account reconciliation.
• Meticulous attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Great time management and organizational skills.
• Strong math and research skills.
• Excellent collaboration and communication abilities.