Construction CPA

Company Description Reliable Commercial Construction has provided high-quality commercial construction services and exceptional client service for more than 40 years across Texas, Oklahoma, and Louisiana. The company supports developers on large-scale projects with 19 full crews and over 350 employees, offering a broad range of construction capabilities. Reliable Commercial Construction is committed to meeting and surpassing client expectations through strong project execution and consistent performance. Team members join a stable, growth-oriented organization that values professionalism, safety, and collaboration.

We are in need of a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) specializing in construction to manage the complex financial realities of multi-project operations. Core duties involve precise job costing , Work-In-Progress (WIP) reporting , cash flow forecasting , and construction tax compliance to prevent budget overruns.

Key Responsibilities

• Job Costing & Budgeting: Track project expenses (labor, materials, and overhead) against initial budgets and develop cost codes to improve future bids.
• Financial Reporting & WIP Schedules: Consolidate data into comprehensive statements for stakeholders, lenders, and bonding companies, focusing heavily on Work-In-Progress (WIP) schedules.
• Contract & Risk Management: Monitor vendor and subcontractor agreements, review payment applications, issue lien releases, and ensure joint check agreements are properly handled.
• Specialized Tax Strategy: Utilize industry-specific tax deductions, manage diverse revenue recognition methods (like the percentage-of-completion method), and navigate multi-state taxities.
• Audit & Compliance Support: Prepare for and support both internal and external audits by reconciling project-level performance and ensuring internal controls are effective.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education & Licensing: A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance. An active CPA designation is highly preferred, along with the Certified Construction Industry Financial Professional (CCIFP) credential.
• Experience: 3 to 5+ years of accounting or finance experience, specifically in general contracting or heavy civil construction environments.
• Software Proficiency: Advanced knowledge of construction-specific software and tools.

Paid health, dental/vision and life insurance with optional dependent coverage.

Pay to be discussed at interview.