Location: Onsite – Louisiana, Amite, Greensburg, or Washington
We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accountant to join our accounting team. This role focuses on contract revenue, additional support across all accounting functions, and manages accounts receivable and collections. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in construction billing, AR processes, and compliance with liens and sales tax regulations.
- File monthly, quarterly, and annual sales tax returns.
- Review and set up new customers and contracts in Sage 300 CRE.
- Complete new customer applications and prequalification requests.
- Manage the Accounts Receivable and Billing processes and procedures.
- Review customer billing requirements, including lien waivers and sales tax classifications.
- Generate and distribute customer invoices with required documentation.
- Monitor lien/bond rights and coordinate mechanics lien filings with NCS.
- Review billings and AR aging reports with operations weekly.
- Process remote deposits and apply customer payments.
- Reconcile customer accounts and the AR ledger.
- Distribute statements and follow up on payment status.
- Lead collection efforts for delinquent accounts and escalate risks as needed.
- Collaborate with internal teams and customers to resolve discrepancies.
- Support a positive customer experience through timely and accurate communication.
- Manage electronic and paper documentation.
- Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly accounting reports.
- Support contract accounting processes, including tracking/updating contract values, change orders, estimated costs, etc.
- Assist project managers with contract analysis and closeout procedures.
- Provide backup support for other accounting functions as needed.
- Assist with various other accounting functions and audits as needed.- Degree in Business, Accounting, or related field, or 5+ years of relevant experience.
- Strong understanding of construction contracts and project billing workflows.
- Experience with sales tax rules and regulations of various states and localities.
- Experience with progress billing (AIA schedules) and mechanics liens.
- Proficient in data entry, document management, and recordkeeping.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- High attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Experience with ERP systems.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Ability to multitask and self-review for accuracy and completeness.
- Familiarity with lien laws and bond rights.
- Experience working in a construction or project-based environment.
- Familiarity with state and local sales tax regulations and filing sales tax returns.