Job Cost Accountant (JCA)Paul Davis Restoration of Downriver Detroit In-Office | Full-Time | HourlyReports To: General Manager / OwnerSchedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm (Overtime as needed)About the RoleThis is not a traditional accounting job and not a passive admin role. The Job Cost Accountant is the financial and operational backbone of our restoration business. This role owns job costing from the moment work begins, supports daily operations when ownership is unavailable, and serves as the in-office hub during active mitigation work. Restoration is an emergency business. When jobs are active, we are here. This role is in-office and hands-on by design. If untracked costs make you uncomfortable, if numbers that don't reconcile bother you until they're fixed, and if you take pride in owning responsibility instead of waiting for instruction, this role may be a strong fit.This Role Is a Fit If You:Feel urgency when labor, equipment, or costs are unaccounted forUnderstand that job costing starts before an estimate is writtenProactively pull information from Lead Technicians and the fieldTake ownership without needing step-by-step directionCan confidently answer phones and communicate with clients, vendors, and partnersAre dependable, present, and comfortable being the in-office hub during active jobsIf you are looking for remote work, frequent work-from-home flexibility, or a role that waits for direction before acting, this position will not be a fit. We are specifically looking for candidates who have stayed in prior roles long enough to fully own outcomes, corrections, and accountability — not just exposure.Core ResponsibilitiesJob Costing & Financial TrackingSet up jobs in QuickBooks as soon as work beginsTrack labor, equipment, materials, and subcontractor costs dailyAssign costs accurately to the correct job and phaseMonitor costs even when no estimate exists yetIdentify discrepancies early and investigate immediatelyEnsure no costs "float" untrackedField & Operations CoordinationMaintain regular communication with Lead TechniciansProactively gather: Labor hours, Equipment deployed and removed, Job progress updatesVerify information against time records and RMS notesCommunication & DocumentationAnswer incoming calls professionally and empatheticallyCommunicate clearly with homeowners, adjusters, vendors, and team membersMaintain detailed, accurate notes in RMSRepresent the company with confidence and discretionAdministrative & Compliance SupportAssist with TPA onboarding and complianceMaintain accounting and job documentation in coordination with CPATrack subcontractor insurance and safety documentationEnter timesheets and assist with payroll processingWhat This Role Is NotNot a remote or hybrid roleNot a "wait for instruction" positionNot a siloed accounting-only jobNot suitable for someone who avoids ownership or follow-throughCompensation & Work ExpectationsHourly rate: $26.00–$30.00 per hour, based on experienceFull-time, in-office position (40 hours/week)Overtime expected during active mitigation or high-volume periodsThis role is hourly to ensure accountability, presence, and operational coverageQualificationsStrong sense of ownership and accountabilityExcellent written and verbal communication skillsHighly organized with the ability to prioritize independentlyComfortable operating in a fast-paced, interruption-heavy environmentFluent in EnglishValid driver's license with a clean recordAbility to work overtime, nights, or weekends if requiredDesire to continually learn and improveWhy Join Paul Davis?Paul Davis is an industry leader in restoration and reconstruction. Locally, we are building our foundation the right way, with high standards and clear expectations. This role is pivotal to the success of the franchise and offers long-term opportunity for the right person who wants responsibility, stability, and purpose in their work.
Equal Opportunity Employer We support and hire Veterans. Paul Davis Restoration of Downriver Detroit is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Compensation: $26.00 - $30.00 per hourSince 1966, Paul Davis has been an industry leader in the areas of property damage mitigation, reconstruction and remodeling. With more than 370 offices in our franchise network, the company serves residential, institutional, and commercial customers and clients across the United States and Canada.We have built our heritage one project at a time, establishing a reputation for performance, integrity and responsibility among customers and carriers alike. Whether property damage is caused by water, fire, smoke, storms or other disasters, we deliver on our promise to deliver excellence, expertise and a customer experience that is second to none. At Paul Davis, our passion for quality drives everything we do.Our Vision:To Provide Extraordinary Care While Serving People In Their Time Of Need.Our Values:Deliver What You PromiseRespect The IndividualHave Pride In What You DoPractice Continuous ImprovementOur Mission:To provide opportunities for great people to deliver Best in Class results