Junior Accounting Assistant

The Construction Staff Accountant supports the accounting and finance functions of the company by assisting with job cost tracking, accounts payable and receivable, billing, and financial reporting, with a primary responsibility of accounts payable . This role requires strong attention to detail, knowledge of construction accounting principles. Key Responsibilities Accounts Payable & Receivable Process vendor invoices, subcontractor billings, and expense reports Verify invoices against contracts, purchase orders, and lien waivers Assist with progress billings (AIA/G702/G703) and customer invoicing Track payments, retainage, and outstanding balances Accounting & Financial Support Assist with job cost accounting, including tracking labor, materials, subcontractor costs, and equipment expenses Maintain accurate project cost records and reconcile job cost reports Support the preparation of financial statements and project cost reports Assist with general ledger entries, journal entries, and account reconciliations Construction-Specific Tasks Maintain subcontractor compliance documentation (W-9s, insurance certificates, lien waivers) Support change order tracking and cost updates Assist with budget revisions and cost-to-complete calculations Coordinate with project managers to resolve cost discrepancies Administrative & Compliance Organize and maintain accounting and project files Assist with audit requests and internal reviews Ensure compliance with company policies and construction accounting standards Support payroll processing related to job costing (if applicable) Required Qualifications Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience) Familiarity with construction accounting principles (job costing, retainage, progress billing, WIP) Experience with construction accounting software (e.g., Sage 300, QuickBooks, Procore, Viewpoint, etc.) Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel High attention to detail and strong organizational skills Preferred Qualifications 3+ years of experience in construction accounting or contractor-focused bookkeeping Experience with multi-project or multi-entity construction environments Knowledge of lien laws and subcontractor compliance Prior support of project managers or operations teams Key Skills & Competencies Professional reliability Job cost accounting Accounts payable & receivable Construction Billing (AIA) Financial reporting support Time management & multitasking Communication & team collaboration NO OUT OF STATE RESUMES ACCEPTED Company DescriptionPlease visit our website: www.westconstructioninc.net and www.west-arch.comCompany DescriptionPlease visit our website: www.westconstructioninc.net and www.west-arch.com