Construction Accountant

Construction Accountant
Salary: $55,000 - $60,000
Location: Downtown Tampa

Why This Construction Accountant Opportunity Stands Out:

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• Contribute to high-profile construction and renovation initiatives within a respected local organization
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• Gain direct exposure to capital project management and collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders
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• Develop specialized expertise in construction accounting, including job costing, project reporting, and financial analysis
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• Join a stable, mission-focused organization with a strong reputation and presence in the Tampa community
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• Build hands-on experience in budgeting, forecasting, and cost control for large-scale capital projects
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• Thrive in a collaborative, team-oriented environment with direct access to organizational leadership
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• Play a key role in enhancing financial processes and improving project tracking and reporting systems
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Key Responsibilities for the Construction Accountant:

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• Lead job cost accounting activities for construction and capital projects
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• Track and analyze project budgets, forecasts, and financial results to support informed decision-making
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• Evaluate contracts, change orders, invoices, and lien releases for compliance with project and organizational requirements
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• Ensure all subcontractor lien waivers and releases are obtained, reviewed, and processed in a timely manner
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• Generate detailed financial reporting and variance analyses for project leadership and stakeholders
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• Collaborate cross-functionally with project managers, vendors, and finance personnel to ensure effective project financial management
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Qualifications for the Construction Accountant:

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• 3+ years of accounting experience in construction, project-based, or capital-intensive environments
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• Solid knowledge of job costing, project accounting, and project financial reporting
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• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP platforms
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• Experience analyzing budgets, forecasts, and project costs to support financial decision-making
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• Familiarity with contracts, change orders, vendor billing, and compliance-related project documentation
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• Strong communication and organizational skills with the ability to collaborate across finance, operations, and project teams
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