Accounting Clerk

KDG Construction Consulting • Glendale, CA

11d • Onsite

About The Position

KDG Construction Consulting is seeking an Accounting Clerk to support the Finance & Accounting Department in our Glendale office. This role is responsible for performing day‑to‑day accounting functions, supporting project-based financial tracking, and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of company financial records. The Accounting Clerk helps maintain consistent accounting workflows, supports Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes, and assists with general ledger and month-end activities. This position plays a key role in ensuring timely billing, accurate job cost reporting, and effective coordination between project teams and the Finance Department. The Accounting Clerk will work closely with internal staff, vendors, and clients to support financial compliance, organized documentation, and smooth accounting operations within a construction inspection and engineering environment.

Position Summary:
The Accounting Clerk supports the Finance Department by performing day-to-day accounting functions including Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), general ledger support, and project-based accounting. This role requires a strong understanding of debits and credits and experience working in accounting systems such as QuickBooks, BQE Core, or other construction/engineering-based accounting platforms.

The Accounting Clerk plays a critical role in ensuring accurate financial records, timely billing and collections, and compliance with company policies and client contract requirements within the construction inspection and engineering industry.

This is a full-time, in-office position based in Glendale, CA.

Requirements

• 3+ years of accounting or bookkeeping experience
• Strong understanding of debits and credits
• Experience with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes
• Proficiency in QuickBooks, BQE Core, or similar accounting software
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Nice To Haves

• Experience in construction inspection, engineering, or construction management industry
• Familiarity with public agency contracts and prevailing wage environments
• Experience with job costing and project-based accounting

Responsibilities

• Post journal entries with a clear understanding of debits and credits
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes
• Reconcile bank accounts and credit card statements
• Maintain general ledger accuracy
• Support payroll coordination as needed
• Assist with job cost tracking and project setup in accounting software
• Support project managers with budget vs. actual reporting
• Ensure proper allocation of labor, expenses, and subcontractor costs
• Work within construction/engineering accounting frameworks (WIP schedules, percentage of completion, etc.)
• Process vendor invoices and ensure proper coding to general ledger and project accounts
• Verify invoice approvals and compliance with contract terms
• Prepare weekly check runs and electronic payments
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies
• Maintain organized AP files and documentation
• Generate client invoices (including time & materials and contract-based billing)
• Track receivables and follow up on outstanding balances
• Apply customer payments accurately in the accounting system
• Assist with lien releases and client-required documentation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed