Construction Accounting Specialist

Persons Services Corp. • Mobile, AL

3h

About The Position

We are seeking a sharp, detail-obsessed Construction Accounting Specialist to join our growing Accounting team. This is not a routine data-entry role - it is a high-volume, high-stakes position at the financial core of a fast-moving construction operation. You will own the accounts payable function for complex commercial and industrial projects, managing everything from subcontractor progress payments and conditional lien releases to job-cost coding and vendor reconciliations.

Persons Services is a dynamic and rapidly expanding construction firm, proudly operating across the United States and the Caribbean. Our award-winning team is consistently recognized for excellence, including ENR Top Contractor rankings, five consecutive years on the INC 5000 list, and the prestigious AGC Build America Award.

At Persons Services, we believe in hiring "A Players" who lead with integrity and align with our Core Values. Our team thrives on collaboration, innovation, and the pursuit of excellence.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business required; Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred
• 2+ years of accounts payable experience, with construction industry experience highly preferred
• Demonstrated understanding of construction billing cycles, including AIA-format pay applications, Schedule of Values, retainage, and lien waivers
• Experience with job-cost accounting and project-based financial tracking
• Familiarity with construction project management software such as Procore, Sage Intacct, or similar platforms
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and the full Microsoft Office Suite
• Exceptionally detail-oriented - you catch errors others miss and take personal ownership of accuracy
• Able to maintain a fast, efficient work pace without sacrificing precision under pressure
• Strong communicator who can work collaboratively across departments while managing competing priorities
• Someone who embodies our Core Values and holds themselves to the highest standard

Responsibilities

• Process high volumes of invoices with precision, ensuring proper coding to the correct project, cost code, and cost type
• Manage subcontractor and vendor pay applications, including review of Schedule of Values, stored materials, and retainage calculations
• Coordinate collection and verification of conditional and unconditional lien releases prior to payment disbursement
• Track, reconcile, and process progress payments in alignment with contract terms and project billings
• Ensure timely payment runs while maintaining strict adherence to approval workflows and authorization levels
• Resolve invoice discrepancies by working directly with project managers and vendors
• Reconcile project-level AP activity against committed costs and purchase orders in the project management system
• Flag budget variances and overbillings for review by project management and the accounting team
• Monitor and track vendor insurance certificates, W-9s, and compliance documentation, ensuring nothing lapses
• Support audit preparation and year-end close activities as needed
• Assist with 1099 preparation and annual vendor reconciliation

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance policy and short-term disability coverage
• 401(k) with up to 4% company match
• Paid time off (2 weeks per year), accrued weekly after employment begins
• 9 paid holidays annually
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities
• A culture that values character, purpose, and innovation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees