Construction Accountant, Job Cost Experience

Arboreal Management

. Process and code construction-related vendor invoices, subcontractor payments, and change orders in the general ledger .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeRemote • PhilippinesMid-LevelSenior💰 $7 - $9 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in construction and project-based accounting, including job cost accounting concepts and proficiency with accounting software. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are essential for managing multiple projects and deadlines effectively.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Job Cost AccountingConstruction AccountingAccounting Software ProficiencySpreadsheet SkillsBachelor's Degree in Accounting

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Hard Skills

Vendor Invoice ProcessingSubcontractor Payment ProcessingJournal Entry PreparationAccruals and ReclassificationsProject CloseoutsVariance AnalysisChange OrdersWIP AccountingCommitments TrackingFinancial Reporting

Soft Skills

Written CommunicationVerbal CommunicationCollaborationAttention to DetailOrganization

Tools & Technologies

AppFolioQuickBooksSage 100Sage 300

Industry Keywords

Construction BudgetsAccounts PayableVendor Setup1099 PreparationInternal Controls

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Process and code construction-related vendor invoices, subcontractor payments, and change orders in the general ledger
Reconcile job cost and project accounting sub-ledgers to the general ledger regularly
Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals, reclassifications, and project closeouts
Coordinate with Project Managers to obtain documentation for invoices, lien waivers, and certified payroll
Maintain and monitor construction budgets, track commitments, and report variances
Support month-end close activities
Assist with preparing project-level and consolidated reports
Assist with accounts payable functions, vendor setup, and 1099 preparation related to construction vendors
Help improve and document accounting processes, internal controls, and systems related to job cost tracking
Work with teams during US Pacific Standard Time, based on Seattle, Washington, with strong time-zone overlap

Requirements

What you’ll need

3+ years of accounting experience with demonstrable work in construction or project-based accounting
Proficiency with job cost accounting concepts: WIP, retainage, commitments, change orders, and project closeouts
Experience with accounting software such as AppFolio, QuickBooks, or Sage 100/300
Strong spreadsheet skills
Ability to work remotely with strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to collaborate across teams
High attention to detail and excellent organization
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
Ability to analyze variances, identify issues, and recommend corrective actions
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent experience preferred
Candidates must be based in the Philippines

Benefits

Comp & perks

Professional development and career growth opportunities
A collaborative, mission-aligned team culture
Fully remote work
Long term engagement