Construction Job Cost & Reporting Specialist

CRH; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical and dental benefits

Retirement savings plan

Wellness programs

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Michigan Paving and Materials, a CRH company, is seeking a Job Cost Clerk to support construction and asphalt lines by ensuring accurate cost tracking and data integrity across field operations, accounting, and logistics.

You will standardize job costing, assist with AP/AR processing, prepare daily cost reporting, and contribute to SOX compliant processes while collaborating across regions and peak-season coverage.

Qualifications

• Experience in an administrative, accounting, or operations support role, preferably in construction, logistics, or a related industry.
• Familiarity with job costing, AP/AR processes, and invoice reconciliation preferred.
• Strong ability to prioritize tasks and manage time in a fast-paced, field-supported environment.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to partner across operations, logistics, and accounting teams.
• High attention to detail with a focus on data accuracy and process consistency.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities, including overtime or weekend support during peak season.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel required); experience with Viewpoint or similar systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain daily job cost reporting to support accurate profit and loss tracking across projects.
• Reconcile GPS tracking data, haul tickets, and vendor invoices to ensure accurate job costing and timely resolution of discrepancies.
• Support logistics and material tracking processes, ensuring alignment between field activity and financial records.
• Assist with AP/AR processing, including broker pay, vendor payments, and customer billing support.
• Prepare and distribute operational and financial reports to support field leadership and business decisions.
• Partner with operations and accounting teams to identify and resolve cost variances and improve data accuracy.
• Assist with project setup and maintenance in the accounting system to ensure proper cost tracking from project start to completion.
• Maintain compliance with CRH financial policies, internal controls, and SOX requirements.
• Contribute to process improvements and standardization efforts across regions in support of scalable operations.
• Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to cross-train and support multiple functions during peak construction season

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Problem solving

Adaptability

Tools

Microsoft Office

Viewpoint

Job description

Michigan Paving and Materials, a CRH company, is seeking a Job Cost Clerk to support construction and asphalt lines by ensuring accurate cost tracking and data integrity across field operations, accounting, and logistics.

You will standardize job costing, assist with AP/AR processing, prepare daily cost reporting, and contribute to SOX compliant processes while collaborating across regions and peak-season coverage.