Construction Accounting Insights for Contractors

Generic accounting software wasn't built for construction. Learn the five critical capabilities—from WIP schedules to retainage tracking—that make purpose-built construction accounting software essential for contractors who need real financial visibility.

Generic payroll providers can't handle construction's unique demands. Discover what contractors should look for in a payroll company—from job costing integration to certified payroll reporting and 1099 management.

QuickBooks is solid general-purpose accounting software, but construction accounting has unique requirements that QuickBooks wasn't designed to handle—making it a poor fit for most contractors.

Contractors searching for accountants face a compounding problem: they need someone with strong accounting fundamentals, real construction experience, current availability—and proximity to the office. After 15+ years helping contractors hire for controller and CFO-level roles, I've watched this geographic constraint turn what should be a talent search into a frustrating exercise in compromise. The solution is simpler than most contractors think.

Most contractors hire accountants who either lack construction knowledge or lack accounting depth. Learn why local hiring creates this tradeoff—and how expanding your search solves it.

Discover the costly bookkeeping mistakes costing contractors thousands. Learn why general bookkeepers fail construction companies and what specialized construction accounting really requires.

Learn why construction bookkeeping requires specialized expertise. Discover essential tips for job costing, WIP reporting, retainage tracking, and why generalist bookkeepers often fall short for contractors.

Construction companies need specialized accountants who understand project-based financials, complex revenue recognition, and industry-specific compliance—not generalists who lack the expertise to navigate the unique challenges of the construction industry.