Lewisville, TX
Senior Construction Accountant
Lewisville, TX | Onsite
COMPENSATION & SCHEDULE
• $85,000–$110,000 annually
• Full-time, Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
• Direct Hire
ROLE IMPACT
Join a high-growth construction firm where your accounting leadership ensures project profitability, cost control, and financial clarity. This role is designed for professionals with deep construction industry knowledge, leveraging WIP and job costing to drive project and company success. Ideal for CPA-licensed or CPA-track candidates ready to step into a key financial role.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Manage general ledger integrity across all construction financials and operational accounts
• Lead monthly WIP reporting, cost tracking, and revenue recognition per project timelines
• Oversee job cost accounting: set up jobs, track change orders, allocate costs, and monitor profitability
• Support financial planning through budget creation, variance analysis, and forecast adjustments
• Partner with project managers and operations to align financial insights with field performance
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and manage audit readiness year-round
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA or active CPA-track required
• 5+ years of construction or project-based accounting experience, with 2+ years in a senior role
• Advanced knowledge of WIP schedules, job costing, and construction GL processes
• ERP system experience (Sage, CMiC, Vista); advanced Excel proficiency
CORE TOOLS & SYSTEMS
• Sage (current ERP)
• Microsoft Excel
• WIP/job costing modules
• Budgeting & forecasting platforms
• Audit documentation tools
PREFERRED SKILLS
• CPA license or in-progress certification strongly preferred
• Background in commercial construction or similarly structured project industries (e.g., engineering, architecture)
• Strong internal controls and financial compliance experience
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