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Construction Accountant jobs are open across general contracting, specialty trades, real estate development, and civil engineering firms, from entry-level staff accountant to controller and CFO, with specializations in job costing, work-in-progress accounting, and contract billing. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Summary
The Construction Administrator / Accounting professional keeps construction projects organized, financially documented, and aligned with contract and procurement requirements. You’ll coordinate vendors and contractors, manage project records, and support purchasing, contract administration, and grant-related processes. Your impact: Accurate, timely documentation helps project teams make informed decisions and supports compliant delivery for clients and public-sector partners.
Patriot Siteworks is a civil site development contractor serving Sarasota, Manatee and Southwest Florida. We need an organized, self-driven coordinator to run the office side so our field crews can stay focused on production.
What you'll do
- Request, track and send Certificates of Insurance (COIs) to GCs, owners and subs, and keep them current
- Prepare and submit monthly pay applications (AIA G702/G703 or GC-specific formats)
- Track and send lien waivers, Notices to Owner (NTOs), W-9s and other contract documents
- Gather and send the info GCs and owners need for bids, contracts and closeouts
- Handle QuickBooks: invoicing, AP/AR, job costing and vendor bills
- Keep project files, deadlines and compliance documents organized
What we're looking for
- 1–2+ years of construction admin, project coordination or bookkeeping experience
- Working knowledge of QuickBooks
- Familiarity with pay apps, COIs and lien waivers (strongly preferred)
- Detail-oriented, reliable, and able to follow up without being reminded
- Comfortable in a fast-moving, small-company environment
Why join
- A growing company with room to take on more responsibility
- Direct line to the owner, with no corporate red tape
- [Benefits: PTO, holidays, etc.]
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Sarasota, FL 34240
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Staffing & Recruiting
- Construction & Real Estate
- Telecommunications
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in construction accountant jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
- Experience with job costing and project-based accounting
- Proficiency in construction accounting software such as Sage 300 CRE or Viewpoint
- Ability to prepare and analyze work-in-progress schedules
- Knowledge of AIA billing, lien waivers, and subcontract management
- CPA license or active progress toward CPA certification
Tips for Your Construction Accountant Job Search
Highlight job costing experience clearly
Construction employers scan resumes for job costing, cost-to-complete analysis, and project budget tracking. If you've managed costs across multiple simultaneous projects, say so explicitly and name the project types, such as commercial builds or infrastructure contracts.
List your construction accounting software
Sage 300 CRE, Viewpoint Vista, Foundation, and CMiC appear in a large share of job postings. Name every platform you've used and your proficiency level. Generic terms like 'accounting software' won't get you past an applicant tracking system screen.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists construction accountant openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target companies by contract type
Firms working on fixed-price, time-and-materials, or government contracts each have distinct accounting needs. Tailor your resume to match the contract types the employer handles, because hiring managers recognize candidates who understand their billing environment.
Prepare for WIP schedule questions
Expect interviewers to walk through a work-in-progress schedule with you line by line. Know how to explain overbillings and underbillings, how percentage-of-completion is calculated, and how errors in a WIP report affect bonding capacity.
Negotiate using project volume, not just title
When discussing compensation, reference the dollar volume of projects you've supported, not just your job title. A staff accountant who managed job costs on a 50-million-dollar portfolio carries more negotiating weight than one who hasn't quantified their scope.
Construction Accountant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most construction accountants?
Gilbane, Jobot, and ghj are hiring the most construction accountants right now, with openings concentrated in Florida, California, and Illinois, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. General contractors and specialty subcontractors tend to post the highest volume of openings.
How many construction accountant jobs are remote?
About 24% of construction accountant openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with most remote-eligible roles concentrated in financial reporting, payroll, and accounts payable rather than hands-on project accounting positions that require close coordination with field teams and project managers.
How do you become a construction accountant?
Start with a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, then gain experience in general accounting before moving into a construction-specific role. Learning job costing fundamentals and getting hands-on with construction accounting software like Sage or Foundation accelerates the transition. Many construction accountants also pursue a CPA license to advance into controller or CFO positions within construction firms.
Can you get hired as a construction accountant with little experience?
Yes, entry-level construction accountant roles exist, particularly in accounts payable, payroll processing, and subcontract administration at mid-size general contractors. Demonstrating familiarity with job costing concepts, even from coursework or a brief internship, sets you apart. Some firms also hire general staff accountants and train them on construction-specific processes internally.
What does the construction accountant interview process look like?
Most construction accountant interviews include a phone screen with HR, a technical interview with the controller or CFO covering job costing and WIP schedules, and sometimes a practical exercise where you review or rebuild a sample project cost report. Final-round interviews often involve meeting the project management team, since the role requires close cross-functional collaboration.
Where can I find and apply to construction accountant jobs?
You can find and apply to construction accountant jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your experience and apply directly to each listing from the job page.
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