Construction Accounting & Finance Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance

About Buffalo Solar

Buffalo Solar is a leading commercial solar EPC serving businesses throughout New York. We design, engineer, and construct commercial solar and battery storage projects for businesses, municipalities, and organizations.

As we continue to grow, we are seeking a detail-oriented accounting professional who enjoys owning the day-to-day financial operations of a project-based business. This position works closely with company leadership, project management, and our Fractional CFO to ensure accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and timely project accounting.

Position Summary

The Construction Accounting & Finance Specialist is responsible for managing Buffalo Solar's daily accounting operations while ensuring financial information accurately reflects project activity in accordance with GAAP.

This position is ideal for someone who understands project-based accounting, can reconcile accounts with confidence, and enjoys working closely with operations to keep financial information current. Success in this role requires strong attention to detail, sound accounting knowledge, and the ability to communicate effectively across multiple departments.

This is an in person position located in Depew NY.

Responsibilities

Accounting Operations

• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable. 
• Prepare customer invoices, monitor collections, and reconcile customer accounts. 
• Process vendor invoices and weekly payments. 
• Perform monthly bank, credit card, and general ledger reconciliations. 
• Prepare and post journal entries. 
• Assist with month-end and year-end close. 
• Maintain accurate accounting records in QuickBooks Online. 

Project Accounting

• Maintain weekly Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules. 
• Coordinate with project managers to recognize revenue in accordance with GAAP based on project completion. 
• Monitor project costs and job profitability. 
• Prepare construction draw requests and support lender reporting. 
• Assist with project closeout and final financial reconciliation. 

Financial Administration

• Process credit applications and establish vendor accounts. 
• Maintain W-9s, tax-exempt certificates, insurance certificates, and vendor compliance documentation. 
• Support payroll processing and employee benefits administration. 
• Assist with audit requests, tax preparation, and lender reporting. 
• Help improve accounting procedures and internal controls as the company grows. 

Qualifications

• 5+ years of accounting experience. 
• Strong understanding of GAAP accounting principles. 
• Experience with construction or project-based accounting. 
• Experience maintaining Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules. 
• Experience preparing journal entries and account reconciliations. 
• Strong understanding of accounts payable and accounts receivable. 
• Experience with QuickBooks Online. 
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills. 
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills. 
• Ability to communicate effectively with finance, project management, and operations teams. 

Preferred

• Commercial construction, electrical, renewable energy, manufacturing, or industrial accounting experience. 
• Experience with percentage-of-completion or project revenue recognition. 
• Experience supporting external accountants or fractional CFOs. 

Why Buffalo Solar?

This is an opportunity to become a key member of a growing commercial construction company where accounting plays a critical role in operational decision-making. You'll work directly with leadership and our Fractional CFO while helping ensure the financial health of projects from contract through completion.

Our Core Values

• Ambition 
• Willingness to Learn 
• Knowledge 
• Teamwork 
• Respect