Benefits:
Bonus based on performance
Competitive salary
Free uniforms
Opportunity for advancement
Training & development
Job Cost Accountant (JCA)
Paul Davis Restoration of Downriver Detroit In-Office | Full-Time | Hourly
Reports To: General Manager / Owner Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm (Overtime as needed)
About the Role
This is not a traditional accounting job and not a passive admin role.
The Job Cost Accountant is the financial and operational backbone of our restoration business. This role owns job costing from the moment work begins, supports daily operations when ownership is unavailable, and serves as the in-office hub during active mitigation work.
Restoration is an emergency business. When jobs are active, we are here. This role is in-office and hands-on by design.
If untracked costs make you uncomfortable, if numbers that don’t reconcile bother you until they’re fixed, and if you take pride in owning responsibility instead of waiting for instruction, this role may be a strong fit.
This Role Is a Fit If You:
Feel urgency when labor, equipment, or costs are unaccounted for
Understand that job costing starts before an estimate is written
Proactively pull information from Lead Technicians and the field
Take ownership without needing step-by-step direction
Can confidently answer phones and communicate with clients, vendors, and partners
Are dependable, present, and comfortable being the in-office hub during active jobs
If you are looking for remote work, frequent work-from-home flexibility, or a role that waits for direction before acting, this position will not be a fit. We are specifically looking for candidates who have stayed in prior roles long enough to fully own outcomes, corrections, and accountability — not just exposure.
Core Responsibilities
Job Costing & Financial Tracking
Set up jobs in QuickBooks as soon as work begins
Track labor, equipment, materials, and subcontractor costs daily
Assign costs accurately to the correct job and phase
Monitor costs even when no estimate exists yet
Identify discrepancies early and investigate immediately
Ensure no costs “float” untracked
Field & Operations Coordination
Maintain regular communication with Lead Technicians
Proactively gather:
Labor hours
Equipment deployed and removed
Job progress updates
Verify information against time records and RMS notes
Communication & Documentation
Answer incoming calls professionally and empathetically
Communicate clearly with homeowners, adjusters, vendors, and team members
Maintain detailed, accurate notes in RMS
Represent the company with confidence and discretion
Administrative & Compliance Support
Assist with TPA onboarding and compliance
Maintain accounting and job documentation in coordination with CPA
Track subcontractor insurance and safety documentation
Enter timesheets and assist with payroll processing
What This Role Is Not
Not a remote or hybrid role
Not a “wait for instruction” position
Not a siloed accounting-only job
Not suitable for someone who avoids ownership or follow-through
Compensation & Work Expectations
Hourly rate: $26.00–$30.00 per hour, based on experience
Full-time, in-office position (40 hours/week)
Overtime expected during active mitigation or high-volume periods
This role is hourly to ensure accountability, presence, and operational coverage
This is a key role in a growing operation, with opportunity for advancement and increased compensation as volume increases.
Qualifications
Strong sense of ownership and accountability
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Highly organized with the ability to prioritize independently
Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, interruption-heavy environment
Fluent in English
Valid driver’s license with a clean record
Ability to work overtime, nights, or weekends if required
Desire to continually learn and improve
Why Join Paul Davis?
Paul Davis is an industry leader in restoration and reconstruction. Locally, we are building our foundation the right way, with high standards and clear expectations.
This role is pivotal to the success of the franchise and offers long-term opportunity for the right person who wants responsibility, stability, and purpose in their work.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We support and hire Veterans. Paul Davis Restoration of Downriver Detroit is an Equal Opportunity Employer.