Certified Public Accountant in Arlington, Texas

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) - Construction

We are in need of a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) specializing in construction to manage the complex financial realities of multi-project operations. Core duties involve precise job costing, Work-In-Progress (WIP) reporting, cash flow forecasting, and construction tax compliance to prevent budget overruns.

Key responsibilities include:

• Job Costing & Budgeting:
  Track project expenses (labor, materials, and overhead) against initial budgets and develop cost codes to improve future bids.
• Financial Reporting & WIP Schedules:
  Consolidate data into comprehensive statements for stakeholders, lenders, and bonding companies, focusing heavily on Work-In-Progress (WIP) schedules.
• Contract &
  
  Risk Management:
  
  Monitor vendor and subcontractor agreements, review payment applications, issue lien releases, and ensure joint check agreements are properly handled.
• Specialized Tax Strategy:
  Utilize industry-specific tax deductions, manage diverse revenue recognition methods (like the percentage-of-completion method), and navigate multi-state tax requirements.
• Audit & Compliance Support:
  Prepare for and support both internal and external audits by reconciling project-level performance and ensuring internal controls are effective.

Qualifications and requirements include:

• Education & Licensing: A Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance. An active CPA designation is highly preferred, along with the Certified Construction Industry Financial Professional (CCIFP) credential.
• Experience:
  
  3 to 5+ years of accounting or finance experience, specifically in general contracting or heavy civil construction environments.
• Software Proficiency:
  Advanced knowledge of construction-specific software and tools.

Benefits include:

• Paid health, dental/vision, and life insurance with optional dependent coverage.
• Pay to be discussed at interview.