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Job description
Accounting SpecialistThe Accounting Specialist is responsible for executing day-to-day accounting operations that directly support cash flow, job performance, and financial accuracy across the business.This role plays a critical part in Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, job costing, and financial reporting. The Accounting Specialist works closely with the Controller, Project Managers, and vendors to ensure financial data is accurate, timely, and actionable.This is a hands-on role that requires ownership, attention to detail, and the ability to operate in a fast-paced, high-accountability environment.Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesCore duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.Accounts Receivable (AR)· Process and manage accounts receivable, including billing, cash applications, and collections tracking· Prepare and issue invoices for residential, commercial, and insurance restoration jobs· Support timely collections by following up with clients, carriers, and partners· Maintain AR aging and communicate risks proactivelyAccounts Payable (AP)· Enter and process subcontractor and vendor invoices, including retainage tracking· Prepare AP batches and checks for approval· Process overhead expenses (insurance, vehicles, equipment, etc.)· Ensure subcontractor and vendor compliance documentation is current, including W9s, Certificates of Insurance, subcontracts, and lien waiversVendor and Subcontractor Communication· Serve as point of contact for vendors and subcontractors regarding invoices and payment status· Handle phone and email communication professionally and efficiently· Resolve payment inquiries while reinforcing company processes and expectationsJob Costing & Project Financial Support· Maintain accurate job cost data across contracts, subcontracts, change orders, and purchase orders· Review and audit invoices, pay applications, and job documentation· Support Project Managers with job-level financial information and issue resolution· Route and assign accounting-related questions and ensure follow-throughFinancial Operations· Perform weekly bank and credit card reconciliation· Prepare and post journal entries as directed· Assist with monthly close activities and financial reporting preparation· Maintain organized, accurate, and audit-ready recordsCommissions & Incentives Administration· Assist with monthly commission tracking, reconciliation, and validation· Support accurate and timely commission payouts· Identify discrepancies and escalate as neededCompliance & Risk Management Administration· Track and manage Certificates of Insurance, lien waivers, and Notices to Owner· Ensure documentation is complete prior to payment release· Support compliance efforts and risk mitigationController & Leadership Support· Provide data and reporting support for financial statements, audits, and forecasting· Assist with budget tracking and financial analysis inputs· Support process improvements and system optimization· Assist with cash tracking and reportingAdministrative & General Support· Review employee expense reports and process reimbursements· Maintain organized accounting files and documentation· Assist with incoming calls and general office support as needed· Support audits, fact-checking, and discrepancy resolution· Take ownership of assigned tasks and drive them to completionWhat Success Looks Like· Accounts receivable is current and actively managed· Accounts payable is accurate, organized, and compliant· Job cost data is clean and reliable· Vendors and subcontractors are informed and aligned· Project Managers receive fast, accurate financial support· Commissions are accurate and on time· Financial records are organized and audit-ready
Worksite address
purcellville, VA, 20132, US
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