Account Payable and Receivable for General Contractor
Benefits:
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Opportunity for advancement
Reports to: Controller/Finance Manager
About Us Established general contracting firm specializing in [commercial/residential/industrial] construction projects. Seeking detail-oriented AP/AR Specialist for our finance team.
Key Responsibilities Accounts Payable: Process vendor invoices and code to job costs/GL accounts
Review subcontractor invoices against contracts and progress reports
Obtain and file lien waivers before releasing payments
Process weekly subcontractor payment runs
Maintain vendor files and W-9 forms
Assist with month-end project accruals
Accounts Receivable: Prepare progress billing invoices based on completed work
Collect accounts receivable and follow up on past due accounts
Process customer payments and apply to appropriate projects
Prepare draw request documentation for construction loans
Manage retention receivables and release processes
Coordinate with project managers on billing issues
General Support: Assist with job costing and project accounting
Help prepare monthly financial statements and job profitability reports
Ensure prevailing wage compliance where applicable
Support year-end processes and 1099 preparation
Required Qualifications Associate's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business or equivalent experience
2+ years AP/AR experience (1+ year construction accounting preferred)
Proficiency with construction accounting software (Sage 300, Foundation, QuickBooks Contractor)
Strong Excel skills and attention to detail
Understanding of job costing and project accounting principles
Excellent communication skills for vendor/client interaction
Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance
3+ years construction accounting experience
Experience with lien waivers and construction contracts
Knowledge of prevailing wage and certified payroll processes
Construction industry terminology familiarity
Relevant certifications (QuickBooks, construction industry)