Construction Division Accountant: Job Cost & Billing

W. G. Yates & Sons Construction Company; Tupelo (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

W. G. Yates & Sons Construction Company is seeking a Division Accountant to oversee division-level accounting, cost tracking, and reporting within a larger construction organization.

You will manage job cost, WIP schedules, and revenue recognition, while coordinating with project managers and corporate accounting to monitor change orders and improve financial performance for the division.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance or related field.
• 3–5 years of accounting experience, preferably in construction or project-based work.
• Proficiency with construction ERP/accounting software and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Track job costs and WIP, monitor budget vs. actuals, and prepare division reports.
• Handle billing, labor and subcontractor costs, and receivables/payables for the division.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and division cash flow/cost forecasts.
• Collaborate with PMs and operations to review job performance and change orders.

Skills

Excel proficiency

GAAP knowledge

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Sage

Viewpoint/Vista

Procore

Foundation

CMiC

Job description

W. G. Yates & Sons Construction Company is seeking a Division Accountant to oversee division-level accounting, cost tracking, and reporting within a larger construction organization.

You will manage job cost, WIP schedules, and revenue recognition, while coordinating with project managers and corporate accounting to monitor change orders and improve financial performance for the division.