Fix Job Costing Gaps Before They Cost You in 2026
Watch this on-demand webinar to spot and fix the job costing issues that quietly drain profits — before next year’s projects begin.
Are You Ready to Fix Financial Blind Spots in Your Business?
As 2025 winds down, your financial closeout could be hiding costly problems. “Miscellaneous” cost code categories, forecasting blind spots and vague labor data don’t just mess with reports. They eat into margins. The good news? There’s still time to fix it before the numbers start shaping 2026.
In this on-demand session, two seasoned construction advisors from James Moore show you how to take control quickly, clearly and without overhauling your systems.
What You’ll Learn:
Vital insights for immediate improvement:
- Reveal margin loss hiding in “miscellaneous” cost codes and fix it before your 2026 budgets lock in.
- Connect job costing and WIP forecasting to improve visibility, catch overruns early and reduce fire drills.
- Upgrade your labor tracking to sharpen cost-to-complete accuracy and drive better bidding decisions.
This session is all about changes you can implement now for measurable results later.
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Construction Business Financials Assessment
After watching this webinar you might wonder how you compare to other construction companies. See exactly where your company financials can be improved with this free assessment.
Meet Your Presenters
Mike Messano, CPA
Senior Manager
A construction accountant and advisor who guides contractors through cost tracking, WIP management and controller-level decisions. Meet Mike →
Scott Withrow,
Director of Construction Advisory Services
A trusted consultant for contractors focused on improving operational efficiency, job profitability and forecasting systems. Meet Scott →
Why James Moore:
James Moore’s Construction Services team doesn’t just crunch numbers. We’re former controllers, job cost specialists and operational advisors who’ve walked job sites and solved real problems. We get the challenges contractors face, because we’ve seen them firsthand.
With decades of industry-specific experience, we help construction businesses stay profitable, proactive and prepared for what’s next.
We focus on general contractors, subcontractors, government & public works, commercial and residential builds
WIP/percent complete accounting, change order tracking, subcontractor management, overhead allocation
We don’t just produce numbers. We help interpret them, plan growth and guide decisions
Real-time dashboards, integrations and modern systems to get visibility when you want
We know how to package your financials to satisfy surety underwriters
Deep history in construction, professional accreditations and rigorous standards
“What we found in James Moore was more than an accountant, we found a business partner … CHW is better because of our relationship with James Moore and its people.”
— Rory Causseaux, PE, CEO, CHW Civil Engineering
“As the CFO of a large commercial contracting company, I have been extremely satisfied with the services provided by James Moore. They’re very tuned-in to our business and operating environment, offering help whenever they can. … The relationship … is as good as it could be.”
— Ralph Pressley, CFO, Charles Perry Partners
“What we appreciate most … is the quick, responsive communication. … We know we can always count on them for timely answers and sound strategic guidance.”
— Samantha Townsend, Project Manager, Empire Construction
Services for Construction Clients
Our Construction Services: Tailored to Your Business Stage
- Outsourced Accounting & Bookkeeping
We perform job costing, general ledger maintenance, month-end close, accounts payable/receivable, change orders, WIP reporting and more, so your internal team can focus on operations. - Fractional CFO & Advisory
You get strategic planning, cash forecasting, profitability analysis, budgeting, risk mitigation and growth strategy — all without hiring a full-time CFO. - Tax Planning & Compliance
We handle complex construction tax rules, multi-state tax, long-term contract accounting methods, credits and deductions to minimize your tax burden legally. - Assurance/Audit/Review/Compilation
We help you produce the level of financial statement assurance needed for bonding, lender requirements or compliance. - Bonding & Surety Support
Our team packages financials for underwriters, coordinates with your surety, interprets metrics and defends your position. - Technology & Integration Services
We integrate systems, set up dashboards, automate workflows and link accounting, job management and project systems for seamless data flow. - Transition & Succession Planning
For contractor owners planning an exit or transition, we help you shape a roadmap, valuation and financial structure that honors your legacy.
See How We've Helped Other Contractors
Ready to see how our construction accounting and consulting services can help build your success?
Check out our case studies to see how we’ve guided construction companies with tailored solutions, from financial management to strategic planning.
Simple Steps Toward Success.
Getting started with James Moore is easy. More and more construction companies trust our process.
Discovery & AssessmentWe review your current financials, workflows, systems and challenges and benchmark you against industry norms.
Strategic Planning & ProposalWe map the areas of highest impact (tax, controls, reporting, bonding) and propose a scope and timeline.
Implementation & SetupWe build or overhaul your job cost system, integrate software, train your teams and migrate data if needed.
Ongoing Support & OptimizationMonthly advisory, variance analysis, cash forecasting, adjustments and strategic counsel.
Free Resources Built for Construction Leaders
Comprehensive Guide to Construction Accounting
Download our in-depth guide covering WIP accounting, job costing, revenue recognition and bonding.
On-Demand Webinar: Financials for Bonding
Learn what your financials need to show to secure bonds for public and private work.
Revenue Recognition for Construction Whitepaper
A technical whitepaper on applying proper revenue recognition methods in long-term contracts.
Construction Business Financials Assessment
See exactly where your company financials can be improved with this free assessment.
What do Our Clients Say? See for Yourself
“If you want a firm that’s going to be a partner, you’re going to want to contact James Moore…I think you owe it yourself and to your company”
Russell Anderson, Compass Building Services
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Do you really understand construction accounting (change orders, WIP, retention, etc.)?
A: Absolutely. Construction accounting is our specialty, not an add-on. We’re fluent in WIP schedules, contract revenue recognition, change order tracking, retention accounting, subcontractor flows, overhead allocation and more. We structure your accounting in the way your industry requires, not in a generic “business accounting” mold.
Q: Can you help my business secure bonding or work on public contracts?
A: Yes! We actively support bonding and surety processes. We know what underwriters demand help package your statements correctly, liaise with sureties and ensure your numbers meet the thresholds necessary for bids.
Q: How soon can you start, and how disruptive will it be?
A: After the discovery phase, we can begin implementation quickly. We phase changes to minimize disruption (for example, initial retroactive data work scheduled outside your busy season, or training and dual-running systems before full cutover). Many clients see improvements within 60–90 days.
Q: Do you enforce long-term contracts or minimums?
A: We prefer flexibility. We typically begin with a 6- to 12-month commitment depending on the scope, but we work to tailor the engagement to your needs. Our goal is long-term partnership, not locking you in.
Q: Will I have to change my software or systems?
A: Not necessarily. We can work with many popular construction accounting or project management systems. If system changes are warranted, we’ll evaluate ROI before recommending changes and help with migration, integration, training and support.
Q: What’s the cost/return on investment?
A: Every company is different, but most clients find the value in improved cash flow, reduced tax burden, better project margins and avoidance of costly errors. A few tens of thousands of dollars spent can yield many multiples in financial uplift, bonding capacity and risk mitigation.
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