Accounting Specialist

At Estes Construction, we are people-focused, with a culture of growth and development. We have a collaborative team approach, prioritize safety and quality, and empower every team member to be a leader.

We are looking for a full-time Accounting Specialist located at our Davenport office. This individual will be responsible for providing accounting and clerical support to the Accounting Department. They do this by maintaining accounting document files and completing daily work the primary functions, accounts receivable and job costing.

The AR Specialist will approach responsibilities with professionalism and accuracy. Key duties include preparing accurate owner billings, entering and tracking invoices, and recording payments received as instructed by the Assistant Controller. They will maintain receivable records, generate reconciliation reports, monitor past due receivables and initiate necessary follow-up. This person will determine that proper lien documentation is received from the primary vendor and provide owners with appropriate documentation to uphold payment compliance.  The ideal AR Specialist will support accounts payable as needed.

Skills & Qualifications include:

• Associate’s degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school with one to two years related experience and/or training as an equivalent combination of education and experience.


• Experience in the construction industry is preferred.


• Strong organizational and time management skills.


• Possess problem-solving skills, basic accounting principles knowledge, data analysis and multi-tasking skills.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills.


• Computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office.


• This role involves working independently on a day-to-day basis while maintaining regular communication and collaboration with a manager and team located in a separate office.


• Ability to work on occasional weekend and/or evening.


• Occasional travel.

Benefits to fit your needs:

• Top 75th percentile salary plus bonus program


• 401K with a 5% company match


• Full-time employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, and life insurance


• Short-term and long-term disability insurance


• Health Savings and Flex Spending Account


• Generous paid time off programs prioritizing well-being and self-care


• Parental benefits


• Well-being and Employee Assistance Program


• Incentive Compensation Program


• Work program discounts, employee engagement events, professional training and development

About Estes:

Being the best is our true desire. The best builder. The best employer. Achieving this standard of excellence drives us and reminds us daily that being average isn't the Estes way.

Company founders Jim and Lori Estes started their company in 1970 with the guiding principles of advocacy, value, responsiveness and leadership. These four tenets are still the foundation of everything we do and define our culture.