Construction Accounting Assistant in Oceanport

Energy Jobline ZR; Oceanport (NJ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) with company match

Professional development opportunities

Supportive and collaborative work環境

Job summary

Energy Jobline ZR is seeking a Construction Accounting Assistant in New Jersey to support accounting and project management teams with AP/AR, job costing, payroll support, and subcontractor compliance. The role requires strong organization, accuracy, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include invoicing, cost tracking, bank reconciliations, and maintaining project files.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience, preferably construction-related.
• Knowledge of construction accounting principles, including job costing and subcontractor payments.
• Experience with QuickBooks and Excel; attention to confidential financial information.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable invoices and vendor payments.
• Prepare and issue customer invoices and monitor accounts receivable.
• Assist with job costing, project budgets, and cost tracking.
• Reconcile bank statements, credit card accounts, and general ledger accounts.
• Support payroll processing, including certified payroll when applicable.
• Maintain subcontractor documentation (insurance, W-9s, lien waivers).
• Assist with monthly financial reporting and project cost analyses.
• Enter and maintain accounting data in accounting software.
• Organize and maintain financial records and project files.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Confidentiality

Time management

Tools

QuickBooks

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Position Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Construction Accounting Assistant to support our accounting and project management teams. The ideal candidate will assist with accounts payable and receivable, job cost tracking, payroll support, subcontractor compliance, and other accounting functions specific to the construction industry. This position requires strong organizational skills, accuracy, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable invoices and vendor payments.
• Prepare and issue customer invoices and monitor accounts receivable.
• Assist with job costing, project budgets, and cost tracking.
• Reconcile bank statements, credit card accounts, and general ledger accounts.
• Support payroll processing, including certified payroll when applicable.
• Maintain subcontractor documentation, including insurance certificates, W-9s, and lien waivers.
• Assist with monthly financial reporting and project cost analysis.
• Enter and maintain accounting data in accounting software.
• Organize and maintain financial records and project files.
• Communicate with vendors, subcontractors, project managers, and clients regarding accounting matters.
• Perform other administrative and accounting duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience, preferably in the construction industry.
• Knowledge of construction accounting principles, including job costing and subcontractor payments.
• Experience with accounting software such as QuickBooks
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial information.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience with certified payroll.
• Familiarity with AIA billing and progress billing.
• Understanding of construction contracts, change orders, and retainage.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
401(k) with company match
• Professional development opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative work environment