Construction Accountant

Construction Accountant

$75000 - $100000 per year | Detroit, MI | On-site | Permanent

We are an established Michigan general contractor and construction management firm serving commercial, automotive, multifamily, and renovation clients. Our team manages projects from early planning and preconstruction through final completion. We offer a family‑owned environment with hands‑on leadership, strong client relationships, and a practical approach to building.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Career advancement opportunities
• Supportive team environment
• Steady pipeline of commercial construction projects

We are seeking a Construction Accountant to support project accounting, job costing, billing, payables, and financial reporting for commercial construction projects.

• Manage project accounting for commercial construction projects
• Track job costs, budgets, commitments, change orders, and project financial performance
• Prepare and process AIA billing, pay applications, invoices, and owner billing documents
• Review subcontractor invoices, vendor invoices, lien waivers, and supporting documentation
• Support accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, and general accounting functions
• Work closely with project managers, estimators, and leadership to maintain accurate project financials
• Assist with WIP reporting, cost reporting, monthly close, and financial reporting
• Maintain organized accounting records, project files, contracts, change orders, and billing documents
• Help ensure accounting processes are accurate, timely, and aligned with construction project requirements

• Experience in construction accounting, project accounting, or accounting within a commercial construction environment
• Strong understanding of job costing, AIA billing, pay applications, lien waivers, and subcontractor billing
• Experience supporting general contractors, construction managers, or specialty contractors preferred
• Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel
• Experience with Sage, Viewpoint, Foundation, Quick Books, Procore, or similar construction software is a plus
• Ability to work closely with project managers, vendors, subcontractors, and internal leadership
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and follow through
• Ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and accounting priorities
• Degree in accounting, finance, business, or related experience preferred

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity. All qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.