Construction Accounting Lead | Budgeting & Payroll

Dvorak LLC; Dundalk (MD); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Dvorak, LLC is seeking an experienced accounting leader to oversee our accounting operations in Dundalk, MD with a hybrid work model. You will manage a Payroll Specialist and an A/R Specialist, ensure accurate financial reporting, and partner with leadership to drive strategic business decisions.

The role involves overseeing general ledger close, job cost accounting, construction billing, budgeting, and audits while maintaining strong internal controls and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally in construction or contracting.
• Strong knowledge of job cost accounting and construction billing practices.
• Experience leading or mentoring accounting staff.
• Vista experience strongly preferred; advanced Excel and financial reporting skills.
• High attention to detail, strong judgement, and excellent communication skills - this role partners closely with operations, project managers, and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting and payroll staff; set clear expectations and accountability standards.
• Oversee general ledger reviews, monthly reconciliations, and month-end/year-end close.
• Manage AR processes including progress billings, retainage, lien waivers, and job cost accounting.
• Oversee AP operations, invoice coding, vendor relationships, and weekly check runs.
• Audit payroll for accuracy and compliance, including certified payroll and prevailing wage requirements.
• Lead annual budgeting and ongoing forecasting; analyze trends and variances for leadership.
• Support audits, bonding, and compliance documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Payroll

GL close

Job cost accounting

Construction billing

Financial reporting

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Vista

Excel

Job description

Dvorak, LLC is seeking an experienced accounting leader to oversee our accounting operations in Dundalk, MD with a hybrid work model. You will manage a Payroll Specialist and an A/R Specialist, ensure accurate financial reporting, and partner with leadership to drive strategic business decisions.

The role involves overseeing general ledger close, job cost accounting, construction billing, budgeting, and audits while maintaining strong internal controls and compliance.