Construction Accounting Pro: Job Cost, GAAP & Close

ER Contracting; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ER Contracting is seeking a Construction Accounting Specialist to support the financial operations of our residential and commercial projects in Maryland. You will handle job costing, AP/AR, and GAAP-compliant reporting using QuickBooks Online and Excel.

The role requires accuracy, multi-project management, and collaboration with project managers on budgets, change orders, and forecasts. Strong Excel and accounting experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Verifiable accounting experience in the construction industry is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (formulas, pivot tables).
• Experience with QuickBooks Online.
• Knowledge of job costing and percentage-of-completion accounting.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient 10-key typing and data entry.

Responsibilities

• Perform full-cycle construction accounting, including job costing.
• Manage project cost tracking, budget analysis, and variance reporting.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Process accounts payable and support accounts receivable functions.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and maintain general ledger accuracy.
• Prepare and review journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Monitor project billing, retainage, lien waivers, and subcontractor payments.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes.
• Collaborate with project managers on budgets, change orders, and forecasts.
• Maintain accurate and organized financial documentation.
• Support cash flow management and financial planning.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal controls.
• Use Microsoft Excel to create and maintain job cost reports and financial models.
• Utilize automation and AI-powered tools where applicable to improve accounting workflows and reporting efficiency.

Skills

Construction accounting

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Data entry

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Excel

QuickBooks Online

Job description

ER Contracting is seeking a Construction Accounting Specialist to support the financial operations of our residential and commercial projects in Maryland. You will handle job costing, AP/AR, and GAAP-compliant reporting using QuickBooks Online and Excel.

The role requires accuracy, multi-project management, and collaboration with project managers on budgets, change orders, and forecasts. Strong Excel and accounting experience are essential.