This practical course is for accountants and financial professionals working in or entering the construction industry. It bridges standard accounting principles with real-world construction operations, providing practical tools to understand industry-specific financial dynamics, support clients more effectively, and improve financial outcomes.

You'll gain insight into how construction firms manage cash flow, job costing, and profitability while uncovering how financial principles are applied (or misapplied) in real project settings. Learn to bridge the gap between traditional accounting and day-to-day construction operations.

By the end of the course, you'll be equipped to make stronger financial decisions, contribute more strategically, and confidently communicate with construction professionals.

Upon completion of this course, you will learn about:

• The financial roles and responsibilities of estimators and project managers.
• Forecasting job costs and managing project cash flow.
• Reporting impact of contract types, revenue recognition, and cost accruals.
• Two main causes and costs behind productivity gaps—and how to address them.
• Reading and interpreting job cost reports.
• Practical methods to control overhead and improve cost efficiency.
• Proven formulas for building company profit plans.
• Understanding bonding, insurance, and Builder’s Liens.
• Enhancing financial leadership through project evaluations.
• Key certification milestones (occupancy, substantial, final) and their financial implications.