Construction Accounting & WIP Specialist

Buffalosolarsolutions; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 91,693,000 - 103,155,000; Full time

Job summary

Buffalo Solar is seeking a Construction Accounting & Finance Specialist to manage daily project accounting and ensure GAAP-compliant reporting. This in-person role in Depew, NY works closely with leadership and our Fractional CFO to keep financials current.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of construction accounting experience, strong Excel skills, and proficiency with QuickBooks Online. You’ll oversee AP/AR, WIP schedules, revenue recognition, and internal controls as the company grows.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of accounting experience in construction or project-based environments.
• Strong understanding of GAAP accounting principles.
• Experience maintaining Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules.
• Experience preparing journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Strong understanding of accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Experience with QuickBooks Online.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Prepare customer invoices, monitor collections, and reconcile customer accounts.
• Process vendor invoices and weekly payments.
• Perform monthly bank, credit card, and general ledger reconciliations.
• Prepare and post journal entries.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close.
• Maintain accurate accounting records in QuickBooks Online.
• Maintain weekly Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules.
• Coordinate with project managers to recognize revenue in accordance with GAAP based on project completion.
• Monitor project costs and job profitability.
• Prepare construction draw requests and support lender reporting.
• Assist with project closeout and final financial reconciliation.
• Process credit applications and establish vendor accounts.
• Maintain W-9s, tax-exempt certificates, insurance certificates, and vendor compliance documentation.
• Support payroll processing and employee benefits administration.
• Assist with audit requests, tax preparation, and lender reporting.
• Help improve accounting procedures and internal controls as the company grows.

Skills

GAAP accounting principles

Construction/project-based accounting

WIP schedules

Journal entries & reconciliations

Accounts payable & receivable

Tools

QuickBooks Online

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Buffalo Solar is seeking a Construction Accounting & Finance Specialist to manage daily project accounting and ensure GAAP-compliant reporting. This in-person role in Depew, NY works closely with leadership and our Fractional CFO to keep financials current.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of construction accounting experience, strong Excel skills, and proficiency with QuickBooks Online. You’ll oversee AP/AR, WIP schedules, revenue recognition, and internal controls as the company grows.