Construction Accounting Specialist: Master Job Costing

ER Contracting; Texas; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ER Contracting is seeking a detail-oriented Construction Accounting Specialist to support the financial operations of our residential and commercial construction projects. You will manage job costing, accounts payable and receivable, and maintain accurate records using QuickBooks Online and Excel.

The role requires strong construction accounting experience, high accuracy, and the ability to manage multiple projects efficiently while collaborating with project managers on budgets, forecasts, and

Qualifications

• Verifiable accounting experience in the construction industry.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (preferred).
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (formulas, pivot tables).
• Experience with QuickBooks Online.
• Strong understanding of job costing and percentage-of-completion accounting.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Proficient 10-key typing and data entry.
• Candidate must be proficient in Microsoft Excel and comfortable using formulas (REQUIRED)

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

Job costing

Microsoft Excel

QuickBooks Online

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

10-key typing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

QuickBooks Online

Microsoft Excel

Job description

ER Contracting is seeking a detail-oriented Construction Accounting Specialist to support the financial operations of our residential and commercial construction projects. You will manage job costing, accounts payable and receivable, and maintain accurate records using QuickBooks Online and Excel.

The role requires strong construction accounting experience, high accuracy, and the ability to manage multiple projects efficiently while collaborating with project managers on budgets, forecasts, and