Senior Estimator

LeoForce; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

LeoForce, a Texas-based general contractor, seeks a senior-level cost accounting professional to manage project transactions, WIP reviews, and GAAP-compliant financial reporting in San Antonio.

You will work closely with construction project managers to analyze budgets, monitor cash flow, and support month-end close while mentoring junior staff. CMiC experience and strong Excel skills are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA preferred.
• 5+ years in commercial construction or cost accounting on large projects.
• Strong knowledge of project lifecycle, WIP, billing, retainage, and GAAP reporting.
• Proficient in CMiC and Microsoft Excel with advanced pivot/LOOKUP usage.
• Excellent communication and ability to work with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely and accurate posting of project transactions, including costs, billings, change orders, budget adjustments, and transfers.
• Monitor and report on project progression during monthly WIP review meetings, providing actionable insights to management.
• Collaborate with construction project managers to analyze project expenses and budget-to-actual reports, identifying potential overruns and financial risks.
• Oversee project cash flow management and aged receivables, implementing strategies to optimize financial performance.
• Coordinate and facilitate project closeouts with project managers, ensuring compliance with contract terms.
• Lead the month-end close process, ensuring GAAP-compliant reporting.
• Assist in preparing and presenting financial reports for stakeholders with key insights.
• Manage and support special projects involving financial analysis and reporting.
• Mentor and train junior accounting staff to enhance team capabilities.

Skills

CMiC ERP

GAAP

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

Confidentiality

Excel advanced

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA or relevant certification preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

San Antonio,TX, US

Job Description

Experience: Senior Level

Salary: $100,000 - $120,000 per year

Job Details

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Ensure timely and accurate posting of project transactions, including costs, billings, change orders, budget adjustments, and transfers.
• Monitor and report on project progression during monthly Work In Progress (WIP) review meetings, providing actionable insights to management.
• Collaborate with construction project managers to analyze project expenses and budget-to-actual reports, proactively identifying potential cost overruns and financial risks.
• Oversee project cash flow management and aged receivables, implementing strategies to optimize financial performance.
• Coordinate and facilitate project closeouts in collaboration with project managers, ensuring compliance with contract terms.
• Lead the month-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Assist in the preparation and presentation of financial reports for stakeholders, delivering key insights and recommendations.
• Manage and support special projects involving financial analysis and reporting as necessary.
• Mentor and train junior accounting staff, enhancing team capabilities and performance.
• Perform other related duties as assigned, adapting to the organization's evolving needs.

Required Skills/Abilities

• High proficiency in using a construction ERP system, with CMiC experience being a significant advantage.
• In-depth knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and the construction industry accounting standards.
• Advanced analytical and organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail, capable of managing complex financial data.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders, including colleagues, leadership, and external partners.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills, adept at analyzing issues and proposing innovative solutions.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive financial information securely.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, with skills in creating pivot tables, utilizing lookups, and generating complex financial reports.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or relevant certification preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in commercial construction and/or cost accounting, with a focus on large‑scale projects.
• Extensive understanding of the project life cycle, construction costing and billing methods, WIP schedules, earned revenue, retainage, change orders, certified payrolls, project budgets, contract compliance, and construction reporting metrics.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• May stoop, kneel, or bend on an occasional basis.
• May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on an occasional basis.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

A bit about us

Well‑established Texas‑based general contractor with more than five decades of experience delivering complex construction projects across the state. The company specializes in commercial, civil infrastructure, concrete, and multifamily construction, with a strong reputation for quality, integrity, and building long‑term relationships.

With a team‑focused culture and a commitment to doing the job right, they provide its employees with opportunities to take ownership, grow professionally, and work on meaningful projects throughout Texas.

Why join us

• Join a well‑established Texas construction company with more than 50 years of industry experience.
• Work on a diverse portfolio of commercial, civil infrastructure, concrete, and multifamily projects.
• Be part of a collaborative team where your experience and ideas are valued.
• Take ownership of meaningful projects while working closely with experienced construction and accounting professionals.
• Opportunity for professional growth and long‑term career development.
• Strong company culture built around integrity, accountability, teamwork, and doing the job right.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.