Construction Accountant

Construction Accountant / Project Accountant

Pay: $35.00–$42.00 per hour

Job Type: Part-time, 25–30 hours per week

Work Location: Hybrid – Western North Carolina

Job Description

Built With Purpose, Designed with Care

Premier Design & Construction is a growing leader in construction and design services specializing in commercial renovations, healthcare facilities, and projects within active, occupied environments. Our approach focuses on thoughtful planning, financial accountability, and quality execution while maintaining operational continuity for the clients we serve.

We are building a team that values accountability, quality, and strong execution. This is an opportunity to join a growing company where your work directly supports project success, financial performance, and continued business growth.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Construction Accountant / Project Accountant to oversee day-to-day accounting activities and support the financial management of our construction projects.

This role is responsible for accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll processing, job costing, project invoicing, and routine financial reporting.

The ideal candidate has strong accounting experience, preferably within the construction industry, and understands the importance of accurate project financials, timely billing, and organized financial processes.

This is a part-time, hybrid position averaging 25–30 hours per week, with the potential to develop into a full-time opportunity as the company continues to grow.

Responsibilities

Accounting & Financial Operations

• Manage accounts payable, including vendor and subcontractor invoice processing
• Prepare and coordinate routine bill payments
• Manage accounts receivable and monitor outstanding customer balances
• Process payroll and maintain accurate payroll records
• Perform bank and credit card reconciliations
• Maintain accurate accounting records within QuickBooks Online
• Assist with monthly financial closing and general ledger reconciliation

Project Accounting & Job Costing

• Track and maintain accurate job costs across multiple active construction projects
• Review project expenses and ensure proper allocation to jobs and cost codes
• Coordinate with Project Managers to monitor project budgets and financial performance
• Prepare and maintain work-in-progress (WIP) reporting
• Identify cost discrepancies, unbilled expenses, and potential financial concerns
• Support accurate financial tracking from project initiation through completion

Customer Invoicing & Billing

• Prepare and issue customer invoices for construction projects and service work
• Manage monthly progress billing and cost-plus invoicing
• Coordinate with Project Managers to verify completed work and billable costs
• Maintain accurate billing records and supporting documentation
• Monitor billing schedules to ensure invoices are issued accurately and on time
• Assist with collection follow-up and resolution of billing discrepancies

Financial Reporting & Communication

• Prepare routine financial reports for company leadership
• Assist with monthly profit and loss reporting and project profitability reviews
• Track outstanding receivables, upcoming payments, and cash-flow requirements
• Maintain organized and accurate financial records
• Communicate proactively with leadership, Project Managers, vendors, and clients
• Help improve accounting procedures, financial reporting, and internal workflows

Qualifications

• 3+ years of accounting or bookkeeping experience
• Strong understanding of accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and financial reconciliation
• Proficiency with QuickBooks Online and Microsoft Excel
• Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and meet recurring deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• High level of accuracy, confidentiality, accountability, and follow-through

Preferred Experience

• Accounting experience within the construction industry
• Construction job costing and project financial reporting
• Work-in-progress (WIP) reporting and cost-to-complete tracking
• Progress billing, cost-plus invoicing, and construction contract billing
• Familiarity with Buildertrend, Procore, or similar construction management software
• Experience working with subcontractor invoices, project budgets, and cost codes

What Success Looks Like in This Role

• Financial records are accurate, organized, and consistently maintained
• Vendor invoices and payroll are processed accurately and on time
• Customer invoices are prepared promptly with clear supporting documentation
• Project costs are accurately assigned and reconciled
• WIP reports and project financial information are maintained consistently
• Leadership has clear visibility into cash flow, receivables, payables, and project profitability
• Project Managers receive reliable financial information to support decisions
• Accounting processes operate efficiently with minimal daily oversight
• Financial concerns and discrepancies are identified and communicated early
• You take ownership of your responsibilities and consistently follow through

Why Work for Premier

We believe great work starts with great people. At Premier Design & Construction, you'll be part of a team that values integrity, clear communication, and high standards — where your role directly impacts the success of every project and the people we serve.

This position offers a flexible hybrid work arrangement, the opportunity to help develop and improve internal accounting processes, and the potential to grow into a full-time role as our company continues to expand.

Benefits

• Flexible hybrid work schedule
• Opportunity for full-time advancement

Schedule: Part-time, approximately 25–30 hours per week

Work Location: Hybrid – Western North Carolina, with periodic in-person meetings and collaboration as needed

Pay: $35.00 - $42.00 per hour

Expected hours: 25.0 – 30.0 per week

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Arden, NC 28704