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Senior Construction Project Accountant

Company Name: Fox Construction Inc.

Location: Steamboat Springs, CO (Strictly Onsite / In Office)

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Schedule: Monday through Friday, Standard Business Hours

Pay Scale: $85,000.00 plus per year based on experience

Incentives: Competitive Base Salary, Weekly Pay Cycle, 401k Retirement Plan, Health Insurance, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays

The Opportunity

Own the Numbers Behind Landmark Builds. Join Fox Construction as a Senior Construction Project Accountant.

Fox Construction is seeking a detail oriented and experienced Senior Construction Project Accountant to manage the financial backbone of our high end residential and commercial construction projects. In this critical role, you will oversee pay applications, job costing, accounts payable, and project closeout documentation, ensuring financial accuracy from initial project kickoff all the way through final completion.

We are Steamboat Springs longest standing general contractor, utilizing Sage 100 Contractor as our core platform. If you thrive in construction accounting, enjoy working cross functionally with project managers, and take immense pride in your precision, this is an excellent opportunity to build a long term career with a respected, stable local builder.

Key Responsibilities

• Pay Applications and Job Costing: Prepare, review, and process construction pay applications including final billings. Build and maintain electronic draw files, Excel based reconciliations, and meticulously track lien waivers prior to payment.
• Accounts Payable and Invoicing: Code, route, and enter all job related and overhead invoices into Sage 100 Contractor. Review subcontractor and vendor invoices for sales tax compliance and contract requirements. Reconcile accounts payable and company credit card statements.
• Financial Tracking and Forecasting: Assist Project Managers with project forecasting and precise cost tracking. Track subcontracts and maintain strict insurance certificate compliance.
• Project Closeout: Prepare and assemble comprehensive project closeout documentation including owners manuals, archiving all documentation in accordance with company standards.
• Project Administration: Maintain project contact lists, assist with subcontractor bid solicitation, organize bids on the company server, type three week project schedules, and manage project photos via CompanyCam and daily logs via Raken.

What You Need to Succeed (Qualifications)

Required

• Experience: 3 to 5 plus years of dedicated construction accounting experience is strictly required.
• Industry Knowledge: A strong, specialized understanding of construction pay applications, job costing, and lien waivers.
• Organizational Skills: High attention to detail with proven ability to manage multiple projects, strict deadlines, and fast moving moving financial metrics simultaneously.
• Soft Skills: Strong communication skills with a natural ability to collaborate seamlessly with project teams.

Preferred

• Software Expertise: Hands on experience with Sage 100 Contractor is strongly preferred.
• Education: Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• Licensure: Active Colorado Notary Public certification or willingness to obtain one.

Compensation and Premium Benefits

• Top Tier Earnings: $85,000.00 plus annual salary based on experience, paid on a reliable weekly pay cycle.
• Financial Future: 401k retirement savings plan to support your long term financial goals.
• Health and Wellness: Comprehensive Health Insurance options.
• Work Life Balance: Standard Monday through Friday business hours with Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time.
• True Stability: Stable, year round work with a highly respected local builder in a supportive, team oriented work environment.

About Fox Construction Inc.

For over 45 years, Fox Construction has been building high quality custom homes and commercial spaces throughout the Yampa Valley. As a locally owned, second generation family business, we are known for our craftsmanship, integrity, and collaborative team culture. Your work here directly contributes to projects that leave a lasting impact on the community we call home. Learn more at: fox construction.com

Fox Construction Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds to apply, regardless of race, gender, religion, or identity. Selection decisions are based strictly on job related factors and technical capabilities.