Construction Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

Company Overview

A boutique residential homebuilder focused on high-end custom homes is looking for a detail-oriented construction accountant to manage their project finances, maintain healthy cash flow, and ensure every home we build is a profitable success.

Core Responsibilities

• Project Job Costing: Track all direct and indirect costs for every build. Maintain a real-time Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedule to monitor project health.
• Loan Draw Management: Prepare and coordinate construction loan draw requests with lenders. Ensure timely funding to keep projects moving on schedule.
• Subcontractor & Vendor Oversight: Manage the full AP cycle for subcontractors. Ensure all Lien Waivers are signed and Certificates of Insurance (COI) are current before payments are issued.
• Cash Flow Forecasting: Provide owner with monthly cash flow projections and "Budget vs. Actual" reports to guide future pricing and land acquisitions.
• General Ledger & Reconciliation: Oversee all entries in QuickBooks Online. Perform monthly bank and credit card reconciliations.
• Payroll & Compliance: Manage company payroll and ensure all construction-related tax filings and workers' comp audits are handled correctly.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience: 3-5+ years of accounting experience preferred, specifically within the construction or real estate development industry.
• Software Skills: Advanced proficiency in QuickBooks Online and Microsoft Office, specifically Excel
• Industry Knowledge: Understanding construction revenue recognition and the nuances of the homebuilding lifecycle.

Soft Skills: Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with site supers, subcontractors, and owners. Positive Attitude with a willingness to learn and help others.

Working Conditions

• Environment: Professional office setting; standard Mon–Fri hours.
• Location: Raleigh, NC
• Travel: Minimal; primarily local for banking or occasional site visits.

This position is for a boutique residential homebuilder focused on high-end custom homes. Norton Collar Lund Lilley, PLLC is assisting our client with the hiring processes.

Company Description

This position is for a boutique residential homebuilder focused on high-end custom homes. Norton Collar Lund Lilley, PLLC is assisting our client with the hiring processes.