Commercial Construction Accountant

Commercial Construction Accountant
Franklin, TN / Fully Onsite / Construction Industry
Salary Range: $65,000 - $80,000

About the Opportunity – Commercial Construction Accountant
A national commercial construction organization is seeking a detail-oriented Commercial Construction Accountant to support core accounting and administrative operations. This role is ideal for an experienced project accountant who enjoys ownership of their work, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is comfortable wearing multiple hats. You’ll play a key role in ensuring accurate financial reporting and smooth day-to-day operations across the business.

Key Responsibilities – Commercial Construction Accountant

• Prepare and post journal entries including payroll, accruals, and recurring expenses
• Support month-end close activities, reconciliations, and WIP over/under revenue adjustments
• Create AR invoices, review Schedules of Values (SOVs), and collaborate with Project Managers on monthly billings
• Maintain budgets, contracts, and project WIP schedules
• Prepare and distribute weekly AP reports to Project Managers
• Code and review corporate credit card transactions
• Assist with AR collections and client follow-ups
• File monthly sales tax returns and support annual 1099 preparation
• Record and reconcile recurring insurance expenses and intercompany transactions
• Prepare payroll inputs (timecards, reimbursements, mileage, per diem) and post payroll journal entries in Sage
• Actively manage a shared accounting/admin inbox and triage requests by urgency
• Complete credit applications and compliance documentation
• Maintain user access across accounting and office systems
• Assist with insurance renewals, workers’ comp filings, audits, pre-liens, and compliance tracking
• Maintain state filings, annual reports, and business licenses

Qualifications – Commercial Construction Accountant

• 3–5+ years of recent, hands-on accounting experience in construction (beyond AP or general office administration)
• Strong understanding of journal entries, debits/credits, and month-end close processes
• Proficient in Excel, including formulas
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines
• Comfortable supporting both accounting and administrative functions
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance preferred
• Construction or project-based accounting experience strongly preferred
• Experience with WIP, sales tax filings, payroll accounting, insurance audits, and 1099s a plus