Construction Accounting Specialist

ER Contracting; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

ER Contracting in Wisconsin is seeking a Construction Accounting Specialist to support the financial operations of our residential and commercial projects. You will handle job costing, AP/AR, and maintain accurate records using QuickBooks Online and Excel.

The ideal candidate has construction accounting experience, high accuracy, and the ability to manage multiple projects. This role emphasizes GAAP compliance, journal entries, and collaboration with project managers to monitor budgets and

Qualifications

• Verifiable accounting experience in the construction industry (REQUIRED).
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (preferred).
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (formulas, pivot tables, financial tracking).
• Experience with QuickBooks Online.
• Strong understanding of job costing and percentage-of-completion accounting.

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.

Skills

Construction accounting experience

Excel proficiency

QuickBooks Online

Job costing understanding

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

QuickBooks Online

Job description

Job Description

ER Contracting is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Construction Accounting Specialist to support the financial operations of our residential and commercial construction projects.

This role is responsible for job cost tracking, accounts payable and receivable, and maintaining accurate financial records using QuickBooks Online and Excel. The ideal candidate brings strong construction accounting experience, a high level of accuracy, and the ability to manage multiple projects efficiently.

Key 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

Required Qualifications:

• Verifiable accounting experience in the construction industry (REQUIRED)
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (preferred)
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (formulas, pivot tables, financial tracking)
• Experience with QuickBooks Online
• Strong understanding of job costing and percentage-of-completion accounting
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficient 10-key typing and data entry skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Experience with accounts receivable and billing processes
• Experience performing balance sheet reconciliations
• Familiarity with journal entries and reconciliation processes
• Experience in a multi-project construction environment
• CPA or CMA certification (a plus)
• Experience leveraging automation or AI-driven tools to streamline accounting processes
• Experience with tax preparation, filings, or working with business taxes is a plus

Company Description

At ER Contracting, we value integrity, professionalism, and craftsmanship. We invest in our employees by providing opportunities for growth, continued education, and a collaborative work environment where quality always comes first.

Company Description

At ER Contracting, we value integrity, professionalism, and craftsmanship. We invest in our employees by providing opportunities for growth, continued education, and a collaborative work environment where quality always comes first.