Job Cost Accountant JCA
Company: Paul Davis Restoration of Downriver Detroit MI
Location: Romulus
Posted on: February 17, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Benefits: Bonus based on
performance Competitive salary Free uniforms Opportunity for
advancement Training & development Job Cost Accountant (JCA) Paul
Davis Restoration of Downriver Detroit In-Office | Full-Time |
Hourly Reports To: General Manager / Owner Schedule: MondayFriday,
8:00am5:00pm (Overtime as needed) About the Role This 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
dont reconcile bother you until theyre 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 for Understand that
job costing starts before an estimate is written Proactively pull
information from Lead Technicians and the field Take ownership
without needing step-by-step direction Can confidently answer
phones and communicate with clients, vendors, and partners Are
dependable, present, and comfortable being the in-office hub during
active jobs If 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 Responsibilities Job Costing & Financial
Tracking Set up jobs in QuickBooks as soon as work begins Track
labor, equipment, materials, and subcontractor costs daily Assign
costs accurately to the correct job and phase Monitor costs even
when no estimate exists yet Identify discrepancies early and
investigate immediately Ensure no costs float untracked Field &
Operations Coordination Maintain regular communication with Lead
Technicians Proactively gather: Labor hours Equipment deployed and
removed Job progress updates Verify information against time
records and RMS notes Communication & Documentation Answer incoming
calls professionally and empathetically Communicate clearly with
homeowners, adjusters, vendors, and team members Maintain detailed,
accurate notes in RMS Represent the company with confidence and
discretion Administrative & Compliance Support Assist with TPA
onboarding and compliance Maintain accounting and job documentation
in coordination with CPA Track subcontractor insurance and safety
documentation Enter timesheets and assist with payroll processing
What This Role Is Not Not a remote or hybrid role Not a wait for
instruction position Not a siloed accounting-only job Not suitable
for someone who avoids ownership or follow-through Compensation &
Work Expectations Hourly rate: $26.00$30.00 per hour, based on
experience Full-time, in-office position (40 hours/week) Overtime
expected during active mitigation or high-volume periods This role
is hourly to ensure accountability, presence, and operational
coverage This is a key role in a growing operation, with
opportunity for advancement and increased compensation as volume
increases. Qualifications Strong sense of ownership and
accountability Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Highly organized with the ability to prioritize independently
Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, interruption-heavy
environment Fluent in English Valid drivers license with a clean
record Ability to work overtime, nights, or weekends if required
Desire to continually learn and improve Why 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.
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