Construction Accountant

A bit about us:

We are a well-established, growing construction and infrastructure services company based in Tempe, Arizona. With decades of experience in the industry, the organization supports complex projects across telecommunications, utilities, and critical infrastructure. Known for its hands-on approach and long-standing client relationships, the company has continued to expand its capabilities while maintaining a collaborative, team-oriented culture. This is an opportunity to join a stable organization where the accounting team works closely with operations and plays an important role in supporting projects from start to finish.

Why join us?

Stable and growing construction organization
Competitive compensation and benefits
Collaborative and supportive team environment
Opportunity for long-term growth
Exposure to project accounting and construction operations
Hands-on role with variety and ownership

Job Details

We are looking for a motivated Construction Accountant to join the team and support a variety of accounting and bookkeeping functions.

This is a great opportunity for someone who wants more than a repetitive accounting role. You'll gain hands-on experience across AP, AR, billing, job costing, reconciliations, and month-end accounting while learning how the numbers connect directly to active construction projects and field operations.

While solid construction experience and Viewpoint Spectrum knowledge are ideal, the team is also open to candidates with light construction accounting or bookkeeping experience who are eager to learn and grow. Candidates with a strong accounting foundation, and the motivation to build a career in construction accounting are encouraged to apply.

Why Join Us?
Excellent opportunity to grow your accounting career
Training and mentorship from an experienced team
Stable, established company with continued growth
Hands-on exposure to multiple areas of accounting
Opportunity to learn more construction accounting and job costing
Work closely with accounting leadership and operational teams
Collaborative and supportive team environment
Long-term advancement potential
Competitive compensation and benefits

What You'll Be Doing
Support accounting for active construction and infrastructure projects
Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable
Prepare customer invoices and support project billing
Track project costs and maintain accurate job cost records
Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and general ledger accounts
Assist with journal entries and month-end close
Review vendor invoices and ensure accurate coding
Maintain organized financial records and supporting documentation
Work with project managers to research billing and cost discrepancies
Assist with reporting, audits, and special accounting projects
Take on additional responsibilities as your knowledge and experience grow

What We're Looking For
Accounting, bookkeeping, AP, AR, billing, or related experience
Open to candidates with minimal professional experience who are eager to learn and grow
Construction industry experience is preferred
Viewpoint Spectrum experience is highly preferred but not required
Exposure to job costing or project accounting is a plus
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Comfortable learning new systems and processes
Positive, team-oriented attitude with a desire to build a long-term accounting career

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