Construction Accountant (BBS892)

We're looking for a
Construction Accountant
with commercial electrical estimating experience to support a fast-moving construction management firm operating across 15 or more states. The primary focus of this role is commercial electrical estimation and take-offs, with additional responsibility across project administration and accounting support. You will work closely with project managers, field operations, vendors, and company leadership to keep bids, projects, and financials organized and accurate.
Foundation ERP experience is a hard requirement for this role. Candidates without hands-on Foundation ERP experience will not be considered regardless of other qualifications. If you have commercial electrical estimating experience, are proficient in Foundation ERP, and can manage the administrative and accounting work that keeps a construction operation running cleanly, this role is a strong fit.
Why You'll Want to Join
You will be paid in
USD
(bi-monthly: every 15th and 30th)
Paid Time Off
in accordance with company policy
Observance of
Holidays
per company guidelines
100% remote setup
so you can work wherever you're most productive
This role requires availability during
US business hours
Work inside a growing construction management firm with institutional-grade clients and a multi-state project portfolio
High-ownership role with direct impact on bid accuracy, project coordination, and financial reporting quality
What You'll Work On
Commercial Electrical Estimation
Perform commercial electrical quantity take-offs from construction drawings and specifications
Assist with preparing and organizing bid packages for commercial electrical projects
Review plans and specs to identify scope, materials, labor, and cost inputs for estimates
Maintain organized estimate files, bid logs, and supporting documentation
Coordinate with project managers and estimators to ensure bids are accurate, complete, and submitted on time
Track bid results and assist with post-bid analysis and follow-up
Project and Administrative Support
Provide administrative and coordination support to project managers and company leadership across active projects
Assist with new project setup and maintain accurate project information within Foundation ERP
Maintain organized electronic project files and supporting documentation
Create and maintain project, work order, and job tracking logs
Assist with purchase order creation, tracking, and vendor coordination
Track project-related invoices, purchase orders, material purchases, and other job documentation
Follow up on outstanding administrative items to help keep projects moving
Accounting Support
Enter vendor invoices and routine accounting transactions in Foundation ERP
Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable processing
Prepare and enter customer billing and apply customer payments
Review invoices for proper job and cost-code allocation
Enter and maintain job-cost information and assist with cost transfers and corrections
Reconcile vendor statements and research discrepancies
Assist with preparation of job-cost, billing, AP/AR, and other internal financial reports
What You Bring
Hands-on experience with commercial electrical estimation and take-offs — this is the primary focus of the role
Foundation ERP experience is a hard requirement — candidates without Foundation ERP proficiency will not be considered
Prior experience in construction project administration, coordination, or accounting
Experience with AP, AR, billing, purchase orders, and job costing in a construction environment
Strong Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Microsoft 365 skills
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with a high level of accuracy
Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously without losing track of open items
Self-directed with the ability to independently follow up on outstanding items and see tasks through to completion
Nice to Have
Electrical or specialty subcontractor experience beyond estimating
Background supporting distributed or multi-state construction project portfolios
Familiarity with construction takeoff software such as Bluebeam, PlanSwift, or similar tools
Experience with job costing, cost code structures, and construction billing workflows
How to Apply
Please include:
Your
updated resume
A
short Loom video (1 to 2 minutes)
introducing yourself, describing your commercial electrical estimating and Foundation ERP experience, and walking through how you approach a take-off from drawings through to a completed estimate
Only candidates who submit a Loom video will be moved to the next step of the hiring process.
If you have commercial electrical estimating experience, are proficient in Foundation ERP, and want to own both the bid preparation and the operational support that keeps a construction management firm running cleanly across a multi-state portfolio, this role gives you the ownership and the direct impact to do your best work.
Application Process Overview
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