Accounts Payable and Contract Accountant

Who we are:

Aro Homes is a thriving, purpose-driven company on a mission to redefine residential construction. Aro Homes was founded to create well designed, precision engineered homes that are beautiful, livable, and durable, while being built multiple times faster and having a positive impact on the environment.

We are a diverse and experienced group of passionate and curious designers, builders, engineers, product developers, and businesspeople who are passionate about and committed to delivering on our mission. We’ve demonstrated there is a massive opportunity to reduce waste and improve sustainability while building homes in a fraction of the time it takes traditionally. We utilize a repeatable, multi-disciplinary, and product-driven approach which is unique in the industry. We are funded by world-class investors who care about transforming industries for the better, including Eric Schmidt’s Innovation Endeavors. If you share the desire to leave a lasting positive impact on the world and to join a strong culture of intelligent, passionate people, then let’s start a conversation.

What you will be responsible for:

You’ll play a vital role in managing our accounts payable process, contract administration, and project financial workflows. You’ll work cross-functionally with Site Ops, Procurement, Finance, and Legal to ensure smooth and accurate payments, financial tracking, and compliance.

What You’ll Do:

Accounts Payable

• Review and code project and non-project vendor invoices. Reconcile against contracts, POs, and prior payments.

• Route subcontractor billing for approval and payment; compare to Work Orders, SOVs, Forecasts, and change orders.

• Manage invoice entry and payment via Airbase, including ACH and virtual card (VCC) processes.

• Set up and maintain utility accounts for each project and manage monthly invoicing.

• Track and ensure vendor insurance compliance before payment.

Contract & Change Order Management

• Draft and route consultant agreements, work orders, and change orders via DocuSign.

• Maintain organized records for all project and consultant documents.

• Coordinate closely with Procurement and Site Ops to update Forecasts and Buy Out Logs.

• Review and approve subcontractor change requests; collaborate with Legal as needed.

Vendor and Insurance Administration

• Set up new vendors in Airbase and manage onboarding.

• Request and track certificates of insurance from subcontractors and consultants.

• Manage builder’s risk and property insurance throughout the asset lifecycle (acquisition, construction, sale).

• File and follow up on insurance claims as needed.

Compliance and Financial Support

• File and manage preliminary notices, conditional and unconditional lien releases.

• Support monthly Forecast-to-Actual reconciliations across projects.

• Maintain records of business licenses and property taxes.

What You’ll Bring:

• 3+ years of experience in accounts payable, project accounting, or contract administration (construction experience preferred).

• Direct experience using Netsuite

• Strong Excel skills and familiarity with accounting tools (Airbase experience a plus).

• Detail-oriented and highly organized, with great follow-through.

• Strong communicator who thrives in a collaborative environment.

• Comfortable working in a startup or fast-paced setting with evolving processes.

What we offer:

• Opportunity to join an outstanding start-up team and grow a purpose –driven company from the ground up.

• Competitive salary package.

• Medical/dental/vision benefits.

• Equity in the company.

At Aro Homes, we are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation to fill out an application, please do not hesitate to let us know at people@aro.homes. If you’re excited about this role, but do not meet 100% of the qualifications listed above, we encourage you to apply.