Construction Controller/Bookkeeper

Construction Project Accountant/Bookkeeper

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Apartment Company Group Construction, LLC

Independent Contract Position | Hybrid

Position Overview

Apartment Company Group Construction is seeking a highly organized, detail-driven Construction Project Controller/Bookkeeper on an in-office contract basis. This is a strictly financial role responsible for overseeing the day-to-day financials of our multifamily and commercial construction projects, from job costing and cash management to construction loan draws, month-end close, and audit-ready financial records.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience with bank-financed construction projects of $5 million and above and understands the financial requirements of construction lending.

Key ResponsibilitiesDay-to-Day Financial Oversight

·        Oversee the daily financial operations of multiple active construction projects.

·        Process accounts payable and accounts receivable accurately and on schedule.

·        Manage cash flow and prepare cash forecasts and payment schedules.

·        Reconcile bank, credit card, and loan accounts monthly.

·        Maintain accurate general ledger accounts and chart of accounts.

Job Costing & Financial Reporting

·        Establish and enter approved budgets into the accounting system maintaining job cost records by cost code.

·        Track committed costs, change order financial impacts, retainage (payable and receivable), and cost-to-complete.

·        Prepare monthly job cost, budget-vs-actual, and work-in-progress (WIP) reports for ownership and project leadership.

·        Identify budget variances and cost overruns early and report them to leadership.

·        Lead month-end, quarterly and year-end close and coordinate with the outside CPA on financial statements and tax preparation.

Construction Loans & Billing

·        Prepare and submit monthly construction loan draw packages, including AIA G702/G703 pay applications, invoices, and supporting financial documentation. Project financial forecasting.

·        Work directly with lenders, owners, and owner representatives on funding, draw

·        requests, and loan requirements.

·        Track loan balances, interest reserves, and remaining funds by project.

·        Review subcontractor and vendor pay applications against contract values, schedules of values, and approved budgets before payment.

Audits & Financial Records

·        Keep all financial records audit-ready at all times, in both digital and paper form.

·        Prepare financial documentation and schedules for lender, CPA, insurance, and tax audits, and serve as the primary financial point of contact through the audit process.

·        Build and maintain organized financial filing systems and record retention procedures so any record can be located quickly.

·        Track financial deadlines, including loan draws, tax filings, and reporting dates.

·        Prepare project financial closeouts, including retention billings and final reconciliations.

Qualifications

·        5+ years of construction bookkeeping, project accounting, or project controller experience.

·        Proven experience with bank-financed construction projects with a minimum of $5 million preferably more.

·        Strong working knowledge of construction loan procedures, draw packages, and lender financial documentation.

·        Solid understanding of job costing, retainage, progress billing, AIA pay applications, and construction accounting principles.

·        Experience preparing for and supporting lender, CPA, insurance, and tax audits.

·        Exceptionally organized, with a track record of keeping financial records clean, complete, and current.

·        High attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines without anything falling through the cracks.

·        Professional communication skills when working with lenders, owners, and leadership.

·        Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.

·        Experience with QuickBooks Enterprise/Online, Buildertrend, or similar construction accounting software preferred.

Contract Terms & What We Offer

·        In-office independent contract position

·        Competitive contract rate based on experience

·        Long-term engagement supporting multiple active projects

·        Professional, team-oriented work environment

·        Opportunity to grow with a rapidly expanding construction company

How to Apply:Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your construction accounting experience, particularly with bank-financed projects, loan draw administration, job costing, and audit preparation. xhqgsiq Please include your expected contract rate and earliest available start date.