Construction Accountant
(Sage 100)

About Us:

Celebrating 45 years in business, Aqua Design Systems is a premier commercial pool and aquatics construction firm headquartered in historic Senoia, GA. We specialize in designing and building high-end, large-scale commercial aquatics projects, water parks, community pools, and luxury amenity centers across the region. Built on nearly a half-century of engineering excellence, financial stability, and a strong collaborative culture, we are seeking a detail-oriented, proactive Construction Accountant to join our team daily at our Senoia office to support our project financial lifecycles from excavation to first splash.

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Job Summary:

Commercial aquatics construction requires an understanding of complex, phase-based financial tracking, subcontractor trades, and rigorous month-end routines. Working directly with our leadership and operations teams in our Senoia office, you will utilize Sage 100 Contractor to handle full-cycle accounts payable, subcontractor compliance, and general ledger maintenance. In this role, you will be the driving force behind our monthly close out processes, ensuring all financial periods are closed accurately and efficiently, while collaborating closely with Project Managers who manage their own job costing and AIA billing.

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Key Responsibilities:

• Monthly Close Out Management: Take ownership of the month-end closing process within Sage 100. Prepare and post journal entries, execute bank and account reconciliations, manage accruals, and ensure all sub-ledgers tie out cleanly to the general ledger.

• Audit & Compliance Ownership: Lead the preparation, documentation, and coordination for annual Workers' Compensation audits. Maintain accurate payroll/labor classifications and track subcontractor records to ensure seamless audit reviews.

• Accounts Payable & Subcontractors: Upload, code, and process high-volume vendor and specialized trade invoices. Manage subcontractor payment batches, joint checks, and track contract retainage.

• Subcontractor Compliance: Review and collect lien waivers, insurance certificates (COIs), and specialized compliance materials required to mitigate risk and keep commercial funds moving smoothly.

• Billing & AR Posting: Review and post project financial transactions. Interface with Project Managers to ensure their completed AIA progress billings (G702/G703) are accurately reflected in the accounting system and track incoming payments.

• PM Financial Support: Provide reliable accounting data, reports, and transaction details to Project Managers to assist them in tracking their job costs against initial estimates.

 

Qualifications & Skills:

• Industry Experience: Prior experience in construction accounting is highly recommended. Candidates must understand contract retainage, phase codes, and the unique workflow of a contractor's office.

• Software Proficiency: Hands-on experience with Sage 100 (Sage 100 Contractor) is highly preferred. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel is a must.

• Experience: 2–4+ years of dedicated accounting experience, with a heavy emphasis on commercial construction or specialty trade contracting.

• Month-End Expertise: Direct experience managing or heavily contributing to a full-cycle monthly close out process under tight deadlines.

• Audit Knowledge: Experience preparing or assisting with annual Workers' Comp audits and managing subcontractor insurance verifications.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (preferred but relevant experience is heavily weighed).

• Work Style: Thrives in a collaborative, traditional in-office team environment; possesses strong communication skills and excellent attention to detail.

 

Benefits & Compensation:

• Salary: $65,000 - $80,000 per year (Commensurate with experience)

• Health Insurance Stipend: Monthly financial allowance provided to help cover the cost of a 3rd party / individual health insurance plan.

• 401(k) Retirement Plan: Dedicated retirement savings plan with company matching.

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays

• Professional development or certification support

 

To Apply: Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience with Sage 100, month-end close outs, and construction compliance to Laliffi@aquadesignsystems.com