Construction Accounting Specialist – Remote

About the role

We’re hiring a Construction Accounting Specialist with solid experience in construction and development accounting to support our centralized finance operations. This remote role will partner closely with project managers, property managers, and third‑party vendors to ensure accurate project cost accounting, timely vendor payments, and clear financial reporting.

Key responsibilities

• Process and code construction‑related vendor invoices, subcontractor payments, and change orders in the general ledger.
• Reconcile job cost and project accounting sub‑ledgers to the general ledger on a regular cadence.
• Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals, reclassifications, and project closeouts.
• Coordinate with Project Managers to obtain documentation for invoices, lien waivers, and certified payroll as needed.
• Maintain and monitor construction budgets, track commitments, and report variances.
• Support month‑end close activities and assist with preparing project‑level and consolidated reports.
• Assist with accounts payable functions, vendor setup, and 1099 preparation related to construction vendors.
• Help improve and document accounting processes, internal controls, and systems related to job cost tracking.

Required profile

• 3+ years of accounting experience with demonstrable work in construction or project‑based accounting.
• Proficiency with job cost accounting concepts: WIP, retainage, commitments, change orders, and project closeouts.
• Experience with accounting software (e.g., AppFolio, QuickBooks, Sage 100/300) and strong spreadsheet skills.
• Comfortable working remotely with strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate across teams.
• High attention to detail, excellent organization, and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Ability to analyze variances, identify issues, and recommend corrective actions.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent experience preferred.

Required skills

• AppFolio
• QuickBooks
• Sage 100/300
• Microsoft Excel

What we offer

• Professional development and career growth opportunities
• Collaborative, mission‑aligned team culture
• Fully remote work
• Long‑term engagement