Construction Client Accountant

Overview

This full-time remote role involves providing construction accounting support to multiple clients, focusing on day-to-day operations such as payroll, reconciliations, billing, audit support, and general construction accounting within Sage 100 Contractor. This position is W-2 and is not related to software implementation, ERP consulting, or configuration.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily accounting functions for a portfolio of construction clients
• Process payroll including payroll taxes and filings
• Perform bank reconciliations, sales tax filings, month-end close, billing support, and routine audit/year-end assistance
• Support job costing, work-in-progress (WIP), progress billing, accounts payable/receivable, and other construction accounting tasks
• Assist clients with ongoing accounting needs and Sage 100 Contractor workflows
• Maintain accurate records and ensure a clean audit trail for all client work
• Identify and resolve accounting issues independently when possible
• Communicate clearly with clients and follow through on commitments

Requirements

• Strong construction accounting experience
• Hands-on experience with Sage 100 Contractor is strongly preferred
• Proficient in payroll processing, including payroll taxes and filings
• Solid knowledge of job costing, WIP, progress billing, AP/AR, and month-end close processes
• Direct hands-on accounting experience with responsibility for completing tasks
• Ability to manage multiple clients and priorities independently
• Strong organizational skills, accuracy, and follow-through
• Comfortable working autonomously with minimal supervision
• Ability to quickly adapt and contribute in existing client environments
• U.S. work authorization required; no sponsorship available

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with multiple construction companies or clients
• Union payroll experience
• Experience supporting audits or year-end accounting processes
• Ability to explain accounting concepts clearly to non-accountants
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, client-driven environment

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary commensurate with experience
• Fully remote position with flexible scheduling and accountability to deadlines
• 100% employer-paid medical insurance for employees
• SIMPLE IRA with 3% company match
• Paid time off with increasing flexibility over time

Location

• Fully remote within the United States
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Clients operate across multiple time zones