Ascendo Resources
Construction (Project) Accountant
Ascendo Resources, Delray Beach, Florida, United States, 33483
We have an exciting new opportunity to join a soon to be Construction Goliath in the Luxury Residential space as a Construction Accountant in the Delray Beach, Florida area. This is an onsite position with a salary range of $65,000 - $90,000 + bonus, depending on experience.
Job Overview Job Title:
Construction Accountant
Location:
Delray Beach, FL (On-site)
Job Type:
Full-Time
Reports To:
Controller / VP of Finance
Salary:
$65k - $90k + Bonus (Experience Dependent)
About the Role We are seeking a detail-oriented
Construction Accountant
with hands-on experience using
Sage Intacct
and
Procore , as well as managing
Certificates of Insurance (COIs)
for subcontractors and vendors. This position plays a critical role in ensuring accurate job cost accounting, financial reporting, compliance, and supporting field and project teams with timely, actionable financial insights.
Key Responsibilities
Job Cost Accounting & Reporting
Maintain accurate job cost records across multiple active construction projects.
Track and reconcile project budgets, commitments, change orders, and actuals.
Collaborate with project managers to review job costing reports and forecast project performance.
Prepare Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules and support revenue recognition per GAAP.
Systems & Software
Use
Sage Intacct
for general ledger, AP/AR, project accounting, and financial reporting.
Integrate and reconcile financial data between
Sage Intacct
and
Procore .
Ensure timely and accurate project billing, subcontractor payments, and retention tracking.
COI Management
Track and maintain vendor and subcontractor COIs, ensuring compliance with project requirements.
Coordinate with insurance brokers and vendors to update expired or insufficient COIs.
Enforce insurance compliance policies prior to releasing payments or approving site access.
Accounts Payable & Receivable
Process vendor invoices and subcontractor pay applications with proper job costing and approvals.
Manage lien waivers, retainage, and payment releases in alignment with contract terms.
Assist with owner billing, collections, and AR aging management.
Month-End & Compliance
Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close activities.
Support annual audits, internal controls, and compliance with accounting policies.
Maintain accurate documentation for audits, insurance reviews, and regulatory filings.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
3–5+ years of experience in construction accounting or project-based accounting.
Proficiency with
Sage Intacct
and
Procore
is required.
Experience with
COI tracking and vendor compliance
is required.
Knowledge of construction billing, lien waivers, AIA forms, and job costing practices.
Strong Excel skills and ability to work with integrated construction software.
Excellent organizational and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects and deadlines.
Adaptability in a rapidly changing environment.
Diversity and Equal Opportunity: Ascendo is a certified minority owned staffing firm, we welcome and celebrate diversity. Ascendo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, retaliation, parental status, military service or any non-merit factor.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Industries
Accounting
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Job Overview Job Title:
Construction Accountant
Location:
Delray Beach, FL (On-site)
Job Type:
Full-Time
Reports To:
Controller / VP of Finance
Salary:
$65k - $90k + Bonus (Experience Dependent)
About the Role We are seeking a detail-oriented
Construction Accountant
with hands-on experience using
Sage Intacct
and
Procore , as well as managing
Certificates of Insurance (COIs)
for subcontractors and vendors. This position plays a critical role in ensuring accurate job cost accounting, financial reporting, compliance, and supporting field and project teams with timely, actionable financial insights.
Key Responsibilities
Job Cost Accounting & Reporting
Maintain accurate job cost records across multiple active construction projects.
Track and reconcile project budgets, commitments, change orders, and actuals.
Collaborate with project managers to review job costing reports and forecast project performance.
Prepare Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules and support revenue recognition per GAAP.
Systems & Software
Use
Sage Intacct
for general ledger, AP/AR, project accounting, and financial reporting.
Integrate and reconcile financial data between
Sage Intacct
and
Procore .
Ensure timely and accurate project billing, subcontractor payments, and retention tracking.
COI Management
Track and maintain vendor and subcontractor COIs, ensuring compliance with project requirements.
Coordinate with insurance brokers and vendors to update expired or insufficient COIs.
Enforce insurance compliance policies prior to releasing payments or approving site access.
Accounts Payable & Receivable
Process vendor invoices and subcontractor pay applications with proper job costing and approvals.
Manage lien waivers, retainage, and payment releases in alignment with contract terms.
Assist with owner billing, collections, and AR aging management.
Month-End & Compliance
Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close activities.
Support annual audits, internal controls, and compliance with accounting policies.
Maintain accurate documentation for audits, insurance reviews, and regulatory filings.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
3–5+ years of experience in construction accounting or project-based accounting.
Proficiency with
Sage Intacct
and
Procore
is required.
Experience with
COI tracking and vendor compliance
is required.
Knowledge of construction billing, lien waivers, AIA forms, and job costing practices.
Strong Excel skills and ability to work with integrated construction software.
Excellent organizational and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects and deadlines.
Adaptability in a rapidly changing environment.
Diversity and Equal Opportunity: Ascendo is a certified minority owned staffing firm, we welcome and celebrate diversity. Ascendo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, retaliation, parental status, military service or any non-merit factor.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Industries
Accounting
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