Construction Accounting Specialist AR AP

CLMI Group, LLC; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (Sick & Public Holidays)

Training & Development

Performance Bonus Opportunities

Job summary

CLMI Group, LLC in Los Angeles, CA is seeking a Construction Accounting Specialist (AR/AP) to manage accounts receivable and payable for multifamily development projects. This on-site role requires construction industry accounting experience, job costing, lien releases, and fast-paced coordination with project teams.

The ideal candidate will handle vendor invoices, owner billings, draw requests, and labor/pay applications, while maintaining accurate project accounting and supporting month-end

Qualifications

• 3+ years of AR/AP experience in construction, multifamily or residential development.
• Strong job costing, lien releases, and pay application knowledge.
• Proficient in Excel; experience with Sage 300 CRE, Procore, Viewpoint/Vista or Foundation is a plus.
• Detail-oriented with ability to manage multiple deadlines and high transaction volume.
• On-site full-time role in Los Angeles, CA.

Responsibilities

• Process vendor and subcontractor invoices with proper project coding.
• Prepare owner billings, draw requests, and pay applications (AIA G702/G703 preferred).
• Track subcontractor documents: lien releases, COIs, W-9s.
• Reconcile pay applications against contracts, COs, and retention.
• Process checks, ACH, and wires; manage payment schedules.
• Monitor AR aging and follow up on outstanding payments.
• Assist with monthly job cost reports and budget-to-actual reconciliations.
• Maintain project accounting files; support month-end/year-end close.
• Coordinate with PMs on budgets, change orders, and cost coding.
• Support payroll compliance reporting as needed.
• Respond to vendor/client inquiries regarding invoices and status.

Skills

AR/AP in construction

Job costing

Lien releases

Attention to detail

Communication skills

On-site work

Tools

Sage 300 CRE

Procore

Viewpoint/Vista

Foundation

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Title: Construction Accounting Specialist (AR/AP)
Location: Los Angeles, CA (On-Site)
Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented Construction Accounting Specialist for our client in Los Angeles, CA to manage accounts receivable and accounts payable functions for multifamily development projects in Los Angeles. This on-site role is ideal for someone with construction industry accounting experience who understands job costing, lien releases, and the pace of a busy construction office.

Key Responsibilities

• Process vendor and subcontractor invoices, ensuring proper coding to project/job cost codes


• Prepare and issue owner billings, draw requests, and pay applications (AIA G702/G703 preferred)


• Track and manage subcontractor compliance documents (lien releases, certificates of insurance, W-9s)


• Reconcile subcontractor pay applications against contract values, change orders, and retention


• Process check runs, ACH payments, and wire transfers; manage vendor payment schedules


• Monitor accounts receivable aging and follow up on outstanding client/owner payments


• Assist with monthly job cost reports and budget-to-actual reconciliations


• Maintain accurate project accounting files and support month-end/year-end close


• Coordinate with project managers on budget tracking, change orders, and cost coding questions


• Support certified payroll and prevailing wage compliance reporting as needed


• Respond to vendor and client inquiries regarding invoices, payments, and account status

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of AR/AP experience specific to the construction industry (multifamily or residential development experience strongly preferred)


• Working knowledge of job costing, retention, lien releases, and pay applications


• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with construction accounting software (e.g., Sage 300 CRE, Procore, Viewpoint/Vista, Foundation) a plus


• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills


• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and high transaction volume


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills


• Must be able to work on-site full-time in Los Angeles, CA

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with public works or prevailing wage projects


• Familiarity with certified payroll and Labor Compliance Program (LCP) requirements

Client Benefits

• Paid Time Off (Sick & Public Holidays)


• Training & Development


• Performance Bonus Opportunities