Construction Commercial Accountant – Project Costing

ARIVA Construction; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Growth opportunities

Professional development

Job summary

Ariva Group in Laredo, TX seeks a detail-oriented Commercial Accountant to support its accounting and financial operations in the construction and real estate sectors.

You will manage AP/AR, bank reconciliations, journal entries, and monthly closings while monitoring project costs and job costing. The role requires a Bachelor's in accounting or related field, 3+ years of experience, and strong Excel and accounting software skills within a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• 3+ years of relevant accounting experience.
• Experience in commercial construction, real estate, or project-based accounting preferred.
• Solid understanding of general accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Experience with AP/AR, reconciliations, and general ledger activities.
• Knowledge of job costing, project expenses, and construction accounting is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records and perform general accounting duties.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable with timely processing and reconciliation.
• Perform monthly bank and account reconciliations.
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual closings.
• Monitor construction project expenses, budgets, and cost allocations.
• Review invoices, PO's, and supporting documentation for accuracy.
• Assist with job costing and project-related financial reporting.
• Prepare journal entries and maintain general ledger accounts.
• Support preparation of financial statements and management reports.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies, internal controls, and regulations.
• Coordinate with internal departments to resolve discrepancies and maintain accurate information.

Skills

Accounting experience

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Ariva Group in Laredo, TX seeks a detail-oriented Commercial Accountant to support its accounting and financial operations in the construction and real estate sectors.

You will manage AP/AR, bank reconciliations, journal entries, and monthly closings while monitoring project costs and job costing. The role requires a Bachelor's in accounting or related field, 3+ years of experience, and strong Excel and accounting software skills within a collaborative team.