We know construction accounting, job costing, retainage, certified payroll, and progress billings inside and out. Experts in Foundation, QuickBooks, and Sage, we master the tools and how to put them to work. Whether you’re behind, growing fast, or just worn out from doing it all, we run the numbers while you run the site.
Construction bookkeeper in Modesto- accounts payable and receivable data entry, invoicing, paying bills, deposit recording and tracking, bank reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance. Each service is customized to meet the specific needs of your construction business.
Job setup for contractors includes requesting pre-liens, insurance certificates, and other essential documents. A thorough process ensures all paperwork is complete before work starts, helping projects get off to a smooth and compliant beginning.
For construction businesses using Foundation Construction Software, QuickBooks, and Sage, clean-up and catch-up bookkeeping services get your records back on track. Whether accounts are unreconciled, records are missing, or books are behind, we sort out errors and update everything so your financials are current—no matter how far behind you are.
Hands-on construction accounting training covers all essential areas, including job costing, progress billing, certified payroll, lien tracking, retainage management, accounts payable and receivable, bank reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance. Whether your team uses Foundation Construction Software, QuickBooks, or Sage, practical workflows and best practices are taught to help contractors and construction businesses manage their accounting confidently and efficiently.
AIA and progress billings are prepared for contractors and construction projects, including Schedule of Values, pay applications, retainage tracking, and lien management. These construction billing services help ensure timely payments and improve cash flow, allowing you to focus on running your business.
Certified payroll reporting ensures contractors comply with prevailing wage laws and DAS forms requirements on government construction projects. We handle the preparation and timely submission of certified payroll reports, tracking employee wages, hours worked, fringe benefits, and all necessary documentation. Our certified payroll services help construction businesses stay compliant, avoid penalties, and maintain accurate records for government audits.
If you don’t know what a job will cost, you can’t price it right or protect your profit. We set up job costing systems for contractors that are clear, reliable, and built for the way construction works.
Payroll processing services for construction businesses include employee wage calculations, garnishments, sick time and vacation tracking, payroll tax filings, payroll tax reporting, labor cost tracking, and payroll data entry.
Financial reporting, cash flow management, Work in Progress tracking, and budget preparation give construction businesses control over their financial picture. These services help contractors monitor project profitability, manage expenses, and stay on budget.
We review your books in detail to identify gaps, errors, and opportunities for improvement, giving you a clear picture of your financial health.
After the review, we map out a step-by-step plan to clean up your back office, boost cash flow, and tighten up your construction accounting systems.
We establish or enhance job costing and accounting processes to accurately track project costs and maintain financial order.
Lorie Weaver knows construction inside out. With 25+ years in the industry, she started Think Big Construction Accounting in 2018 to help contractors clean up their books, break down job costs clearly, and turn numbers into decisions. From payroll and progress billing to rebuilding accounting systems, her team steps in, handles the details, and gets it done right.
Construction Bookkeeping That Works—For Modesto Contractors Who Don't Have Time for BS
Modesto, CA (209) 214-7540
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