Construction AP​/AR Specialist

Location: Concord, CA - 100% On‑Site
Type: Full‑Time, Temp‑to‑Hire
Salary: $65,000-$80,000 annually
Industry Requirement: Construction experience required

A well‑established construction organization in Concord is looking for an experienced AP / AR Specialist to support project accounting, billing, and financial operations. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a project‑driven environment and has a strong grasp of construction‑specific accounting workflows.

• Set up new jobs within project and accounting systems, including cost structures, receivables, and subcontractor payables
• Enter estimated costs by phase and ensure project setups align with contract terms
• Prepare and verify Extra Work billing and ensure documentation accuracy across multiple systems
• Review project subcontracts and purchase orders to confirm correct pricing, scope, and coding
• Understand and follow construction lien notice and release requirements
• Produce monthly customer invoices and support project managers with billing documentation
• Monitor pending change orders, update the accounting system, and communicate status to project teams
• Compare subcontractor pay applications with project pay estimates; process payables and authorize approved invoices
• Review and distribute Extra Work and time‑and‑materials invoices
• Actively manage collection efforts for overdue receivables
• Provide regular financial reports to project managers, including job cost summaries, AR/AP updates, and profit/loss snapshots
• Support project close‑out activities and ensure all final documentation is complete
• Oversee and mentor Project Assistants as needed

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in a construction accounting or contract administration role
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field
• Strong understanding of construction billing practices, project accounting, and lien compliance
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment with high accuracy

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.