Senior Construction Accountant

Acara Solutions, An Aleron Company; Bradenton (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Acara Solutions, An Aleron Company in University Park, FL, seeks a Senior Construction Accountant to manage project budgets, cost tracking, and financial reporting throughout the construction lifecycle.

The role partners with project teams to provide financial insights, support decisions, and maintain budget integrity, including cost setup, oversight, and billing coordination. A background in construction accounting and MRI/Procore proficiency are preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in accounting or equivalent required.
• 5+ years in construction/general contractor accounting.
• 5+ years project-level cost tracking and analysis.
• Minimum 5 years journal entry, cost coding, and AIA experience.

Responsibilities

• Set up projects to separate costs by category (Site, Building, Interior).
• Establish and document budget and cost analysis procedures.
• Ensure budgets entered in MRI align with plans and cost codes.
• Review POs, COs, and contracts for coding accuracy and budget adherence.
• Prepare and distribute job cost reports and project summaries.
• Collaborate with billing on invoicing and lien releases.
• Attend meetings to stay informed on budgets and risks.
• Assist in audits and compliance documentation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Budgeting

Cost accounting

Education

Associate Degree in Accounting

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

MRI

Procore

Excel

Job description

Job Title: Senior Construction Accountant

Location: University Park, FL

Employment Type: Direct Hire

Compensation: $110k-$120k/Year

Schedule: 40 Hours/Week

About the Opportunity:

• Manage project budgets, cost tracking, and financial reporting throughout the construction project lifecycle.
• Review contracts, purchase orders, and change orders to ensure financial accuracy and compliance.
• Partner with project teams to provide financial insights, support decision-making, and maintain budget integrity.

What You'll Do:

Project Cost Setup and Budget Management

• Set up projects to separate costs by accounting category, such as Site, Building/Shell, and Interior.
• Establish and document all budget and cost analysis procedures.
• Ensure budgets are accurately entered into the MRI system and aligned with project plans and cost codes.
• Enter approved revisions and budget reallocations as needed.

Cost Oversight and Analysis

• Review and approve Purchase Orders (POs), Change Orders (COs), and Contracts for coding accuracy, adherence to project budgets, and alignment with project scope.
• Work closely with cost segregation team to ensure compliance and proper coding for book and tax purposes.
• Participate in PO and CO review with senior management.
• Perform variance analyses, highlighting discrepancies between actual and budgeted costs, and collaborate with construction teams to resolve issues.

Job Cost Monitoring and Reporting

• Maintain detailed job cost ledgers and monitor expenditures against budgets throughout the project lifecycle.
• Prepare and distribute job cost reports and project financial summaries to project stakeholders.

Billing and Revenue Tracking

• Prepare and manage tenant billables, deposits, and extra work requests with project managers.
• Collaborate with the Billing Department to ensure timely and accurate invoicing for project-related costs.
• Monitor lien waivers and conditional/unconditional releases to ensure compliance with contractual requirements.

Internal Collaboration and Support

• Attend construction job meetings to stay informed on project progress, budgets, and potential financial risks.
• Support project managers in understanding financial implications of project decisions and adjustments.

Audit Support and Compliance

• Prepare and organize detailed documentation for internal and external audits.
• Ensure compliance with corporate accounting policies, construction agreements, and regulatory requirements.

Other Responsibilities

• Assist in the reconciliation and closure of completed projects, ensuring proper allocation of remaining balances.

What You'll Bring:

• Associate Degree in Accounting
• 5+ years of experience in construction/ general contractor / Real State and development accounting
• 5+ years of experience in project-level cost tracking and analysis.
• Minimum 5 years of experience working with journal entry, cost accounting, cost code, AIA

What Sets You Apart:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Proficiency in construction accounting software (e.g., MRI, Procore) and advanced Excel skills.
• Interpersonal Skills: Strong organizational, communication, and analytical abilities, with a collaborative mindset for working closely with project managers and executive teams.
• Detail Orientation: High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects, ensuring deadlines and accuracy are met.

Additional Information:

• Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check.