Construction Staff Accountant/ Finance Operations Specialist

Overview

This role supports core accounting functions for construction-related projects, helping maintain financial accuracy and supporting operational efficiency across accounts payable, accounts receivable, job costing, and monthly close.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, reliable, skilled in QuickBooks Desktop, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, construction-focused environment.

Responsibilities

Accounts Payable

• Process vendor invoices in QuickBooks Desktop
• Match documentation and code transactions to jobs, cost codes, and GL accounts
• Track and process retainage payments
• Maintain accurate vendor records and support documentation

Credit Card & Expense Reporting

• Review credit card transactions and employee expense reports
• Ensure receipts and approvals are complete
• Prepare and sync transactions for accounting system entry
• Escalate missing information or discrepancies

Job Costing Support

• Validate cost code and job accuracy
• Identify and correct misclassified expenses
• Assist with job cost reports and reconciliations

Accounts Receivable

• Generate customer invoices, including retainage tracking
• Record payments and monitor aging reports
• Support basic collections communication and follow-up

Payroll & Close Support

• Assist with payroll allocation and distribution
• Perform reconciliations for bank accounts and credit cards
• Support posting of journal entries and assist with monthly close activities

Qualifications

Required

• 2–5 years of accounting experience
• Proficiency in AP and AR processes
• Experience with QuickBooks Desktop
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills

Preferred

• Construction or job-cost accounting background
• Familiarity with project management or expense tracking systems

Core Competencies

• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Organized and deadline-oriented
• Consistent follow-through of documented processes
• Clear verbal and written communication skills

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $60,000 – $70,000 per year
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Retirement plan
• Bi-weekly pay schedule
• Annual bonus program
• Medical, dental, vision, HSA, life and disability insurance
• PTO for vacation, sick days, and holidays
• Relocation assistance if applicable
• Paid training and certifications, mentorship
• Tool replacement program
• Tech package (tablet or smartphone)
• Company events and employee rewards

Location & Schedule

• Location: Huxley, IA (office). Open to in-office, hybrid, or fully remote work based on candidate qualifications and team alignment.
• Remote requirement: Must be able to work U.S. Central Time hours if remote.
• Schedule: Full-time, Monday to Friday; flexible schedule available depending on in-office/hybrid/remote arrangement.

FLSA Status

• Exempt / Non-Exempt (to be determined)

Additional Information

• A background check will be completed as part of onboarding, in compliance with applicable laws.
• Equal Employment Opportunity: Applicants are considered 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.