Accounting Specialist

Chesapeake Contracting Group is a privately held, award-winning commercial general contractor. For over 40 years, we have gone beyond construction delivery services by offering creative planning and solutions from project concept to completion. Our expertise encompasses automotive dealerships, retail, mixed-use, restaurants, mid-rise office and medical buildings, flex-space, warehouses, and tenant fit-outs.

We are looking for an Accounting Specialist that is responsible for supporting the Project Accountants.

Accounting Team Support

• Process overhead and miscellaneous (job-related) vendor invoices (data entry)
• Review vendor statements.
• Handle miscellaneous vendor phone calls / email inquiries.
• Serve as back-up for trips to the post office + bank as required.
• Maintain job / vendor files. 
• Support Project Accountants + Finance Director as needed.
• Possible tasks include:
• Configure PDF lien waiver packages and distribute them via email as well as collect them.
• Check for vendor compliance before releasing payments.

Training and Development

• Actively participate in offered training that supports your professional growth.
• Provide mentorship and support to the members of the Accounting Team as needed.

Efficiency and Communication

• Constantly looking to improve the efficiency of CCG’s processes and procedures.
• Proficient with accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Coordinate proper communication between operations and vendors.

Compliance and Risk

• Excel at maintaining compliance and mitigating risk for our company and trade partners.

Requirements

• At least (2) years of accounts payable experience
• MS Office – Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook experience
• Excellent organization and time management
• Strong spoken and written communication skills
• Able to effectively prioritize multiple tasks
• Effective working individually and within team environments

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate’s/Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field
• Experience with Sage 300 (formerly Timberline), TimberScan and/or Procore construction software
• Experience in construction industry

Benefits

📌 State-of-the-art technology to get the job done

📌 New office spaces designed for today’s working environment

📌 Great benefits including healthcare, 401K match, wellness programs

📌 Opportunities for advancement and leadership training