About the role

Compensation: $65,000 - $72,000/year

Accounting Assistant Location: Tempe, AZ | In-Office

Schedule: Monday - Friday | 8 am - 5 pm

A well-established general contractor is looking for an experienced, detail-oriented
Accounting Specialist
to support day-to-day accounting operations in their Tempe, AZ office. This hands-on role will have responsibilities across
Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, general ledger accounting, sales/use tax, job costing, and month-end close
.

We are looking for someone with a strong accounting foundation who understands how transactions flow through the general ledger—not simply someone who processes invoices. The ideal candidate has experience working in a General Contractor or Subcontractor

construction project-based accounting environment
, can independently research and resolve discrepancies, and is comfortable managing multiple deadlines in a fast-moving office.

This position reports directly to the Accounting Manager and works closely with Project Managers, vendors, customers/general contractors, and the accounting team.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Receivable & Collections

Prepare and submit accurate customer billings, including
AIA progress billings
, using platforms such as Textura, Oracle, Procore, or GC Pay

Maintain customer accounts and ensure invoices, payments, retainage, credits, and adjustments are accurately recorded

Post and apply customer payments to the appropriate accounts and jobs

Review AR aging regularly and proactively follow up on outstanding balances

Research and resolve short payments, overpayments, unapplied cash, billing discrepancies, and other account issues

Work closely with Project Managers to resolve billing issues and support timely collections

Communicate professionally with general contractors and customer accounting teams regarding invoices, payment status, and outstanding documentation

Reconcile customer accounts and maintain accurate supporting documentation

General Ledger & Month-End Accounting

Prepare and post routine journal entries and accounting adjustments
Perform general ledger account reconciliations and research discrepancies
Review transactions for accurate GL account, job, cost code, and department classification
Assist with month-end close , including reconciliations, accruals, prepaid expenses, and supporting schedules
Assist with bank and credit card reconciliations, as assigned
Research accounting discrepancies and make or recommend appropriate corrections
Prepare accounting schedules and reports for review by the Accounting Manager
Maintain organized documentation and support internal and external accounting requests

Sales & Use Tax

Assist with the preparation, reconciliation, and filing of sales and use tax returns
Review transactions for appropriate sales/use tax treatment
Reconcile sales and use tax liability accounts to supporting records
Maintain exemption certificates and other tax-related documentation
Research and resolve sales/use tax discrepancies and assist with tax-related reporting as needed

Accounts Payable

Process and code vendor and subcontractor invoices to the appropriate GL accounts, jobs, and cost codes
Review invoices for proper approvals, supporting documentation, and tax treatment
Track purchase orders and subcontracts
Reconcile vendor statements and research and resolve discrepancies
Process payments in accordance with established payment schedules and internal controls
Maintain accurate vendor records and electronic documentation

Job Costing & Construction Compliance

Assist with job setup, including coding structures and budget alignment
Review and track costs by job and cost code to support accurate job-cost reporting
Assist in researching job-cost discrepancies and correcting coding errors

Track

lien waivers, preliminary notices, amendments, and releases
Coordinate and maintain Certificates of Insurance and subcontractor compliance documentation
Maintain complete and organized job files and supporting documentation
Work with Project Managers to ensure accounting records accurately reflect project activity

Preferred Qualifications

4+ years of accounting experience, including hands-on Accounts Receivable, general ledger reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end close responsibilities
. Sales/use tax experience strongly preferred.

Demonstrated experience with

AR aging, collections, account reconciliations, and month-end accounting

Experience preparing or supporting

sales and use tax filings and reconciliations

Experience with

journal entries and general ledger account reconciliations

Construction, subcontractor, general contractor, or other
job-cost/project-based accounting experience strongly preferred

Experience with AIA billing, retainage, lien waivers, preliminary notices, and construction compliance preferred

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent relevant accounting experience

Foundation accounting software experience is a plus but not required

Strong Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency with Word and Outlook

Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify, research, and resolve accounting discrepancies

Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines and work effectively in a fast-paced, project-driven environment

Professional communication skills and confidence working with customers, vendors, Project Managers, and accounting teams

What We Offer

$65,000 - $72,000, pay based on experience - paid weekly

Comprehensive benefits including

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k)

Paid vacation

Supportive training and collaborative team environment

Growth opportunity within a well-established construction subcontractor

Accounting Assistant (Construction)