Construction Project Accountant (Public Accounting Background Preferred)

Build the Financial Backbone of Major Construction Projects - Join Southern Contracting as a Construction Project Accountant (Public Accounting Background Preferred)!

Position Title: Construction Project Accountant (Public Accounting Background Preferred)
Company Name: Southern Contracting
Memphis, TN (On-Site)
$65,000 - $80,000 per year
Full-Time | Monday-Friday

Bring Public Accounting Precision to the Construction Industry

Southern Contracting is seeking a detail-oriented Construction Project Accountant with strong public accounting experience to support financial operations across heavy civil and commercial construction projects.

This role is ideal for an accounting professional who has built a solid foundation in public accounting and is ready to apply that expertise within a dynamic, project-based environment.

You will play a critical role in maintaining financial accuracy, supporting job cost tracking, managing vendor compliance, and contributing to monthly close processes. This is a hands-on position working closely with leadership and project teams to ensure financial integrity across multiple active projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Process and code vendor invoices accurately within the accounting system
• Manage weekly check runs, ACH payments, and reconciliations
• Maintain precise job cost tracking across active construction projects
• Support monthly and year-end close processes
• Prepare and post general ledger entries
• Assist with financial reporting and account reconciliations
• Maintain subcontractor and vendor compliance documentation (W-9s, COIs, contracts)
• Collaborate with project managers to monitor budgets and cost performance
• Ensure internal controls and financial reporting standards are upheld

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Public accounting experience required (2+ years preferred)
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting standards
• Experience with general ledger accounting and reconciliations
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• High attention to detail and strong analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Construction accounting experience is a plus but not required for candidates with solid public accounting backgrounds.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary: $65,000 - $80,000 (based on experience)
• 100% company-paid employee healthcare premiums
• 401(k) Safe Harbor plan with fully vested employer match
• Paid Time Off and paid holidays
• Growth opportunity within a fast-growing organization
• Exposure to high-impact, multi-million-dollar construction projects

Work Environment

• Fast-growing heavy civil & commercial construction company
• Collaborative, team-oriented culture
• Stable leadership with a long-term growth vision
• On-site position in Memphis, TN.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Compliance Statement

A professional review will be completed as part of the onboarding process, in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.