At least 5 years
We are seeking an experienced Job Cost Accountant to oversee all daily, monthly, and annual accounting functions while managing the financial aspects of residential construction projects from inception to completion. This individual will play a critical role in monitoring project costs, identifying financial risks before they become issues, and ensuring the accuracy of financial reporting across multiple entities. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in construction accounting, job costing, and full-cycle accounting, with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
Responsibilities- Manage all daily, monthly, and annual accounting functions, including accounts payable, account maintenance, cash management, and bank reconciliations.
- Prepare monthly and year-end financial statements and maintain accounting records on both cash and accrual accounting bases.
- Coordinate with external CPA firms regarding tax filings and year-end reporting.
- Oversee job costing for residential home building, remodeling, and development projects.
- Set up new projects, contracts, budgets, and cost codes.
- Monitor project costs and profitability throughout the lifecycle of each project.
- Review and track change orders and job budgets.
- Analyze project performance and identify cost overruns, opportunities, and financial risks before they impact project profitability.
- Prepare and maintain detailed job cost reports for leadership.
- Manage billing, invoicing, and customer collections.
- Perform budgeting and cash flow analysis.
- Process electronic payments utilizing ACH and NACHA files.
- Assist with insurance audits and compliance requirements.
- Ensure accuracy of financial records and internal controls.
- 5+ years of accounting experience with significant exposure to construction accounting and job costing.
- Experience managing the full accounting cycle independently.
- Strong understanding of residential construction, custom home building, remodeling, or development accounting.
- Experience working with external CPA firms.
- Knowledge of both cash-basis and accrual-basis accounting.
- Experience preparing financial statements and job cost reporting.
- Sage 300 experience strongly preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools.
- Experience with ACH and NACHA electronic payment processing.
The position requires onsite work five days a week with flexibility for remote work as needed. Benefits include health insurance, two weeks of paid time off, and one week of sick pay. There is no 401k offered.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Bethesda, MD.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $39.00 - $49.00/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Bethesda,MD.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Oct 1, 2026.
About Aston Carter
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.
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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
Posting ID: JP-006292728