Contractor Bookkeeping

JANUARY 22, 2021

A wise business owner once said, "Happiness is positive cash flow." Everything is better when your cash-in exceeds your cash-out. A cash crisis can be emotionally devastating, and it can even kill your business. As a business owner, I'm sure you agree.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

FEBRUARY 19, 2019

Effectively managing cash flow is critical for contractors’ success. Considering these complexities, it’s easy to understand why, throughout the life of a project, a variety of things can change — directly impacting the original cash flow forecast. Create Rolling Enterprise Cash Flow Forecasts.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

DECEMBER 9, 2022

Enlightened contractors like you understand the value of developing your own unique Construction Contracting System, a collection of documented repeatable processes and operation manuals. Your office ensures your contracting company has a steady flow of projects. Thus, you can focus more on the following: Acquiring the right clients.

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Construction Business Owner

DECEMBER 4, 2023

How to Analyze WIP Schedules ccapoccia Mon, 12/04/2023 - 16:56 A contractor’s work-in-progress (WIP) schedule is used by the company’s accounting department to vet the trajectory of each construction project. When the WIP schedule is accurate and updated, contractors can foresee and possibly prevent potential issues from occurring.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

MARCH 12, 2021

Although it's impossible to predict the future with 100% accuracy, a cash flow forecast is a tool that will help you prepare for different possible scenarios in the future. What is Cash Flow Forecast? A cash flow forecast comprises three key elements: beginning cash balance, cash inflows (e.g.,

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Levelset

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

As a commercial specialty contractor, it can be frustrating to have the crew, time, and skills you need to take on construction projects but not enough cash to purchase materials. With your back against the wall, dipping into your personal bank account may feel like an easy solution. Cut unnecessary spending.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

MAY 1, 2020

Dealing with unexpected cash-flow difficulties, even if you're working hard to avoid shortfalls, is hugely distracting. If you have a properly set up accounting software , then it should be relatively easy to view your red flags weekly, monthly (or any period you set).

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Contractor Bookkeeping

MARCH 26, 2021

Most construction business owners who use accounting software quickly master the basics. They automate processes like invoicing and payroll, track expenses, and view real-time financial reports to manage cash flow and make better business decisions. What three reports do you need for your construction business? #1

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Levelset

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

Contracts are almost never paid up front, so contractors provide labor, materials, and equipment on credit with their customers. As a result, every construction business records transactions to Accounts Receivable (A/R) until they actually receive payment. Learn more: The Ultimate Guide to Construction Accounting.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

OCTOBER 16, 2020

Proactive versus reactive are the two methods of getting something done. I find everyone works in a combination of both, I included. Proactive is scheduling and doing everything ahead of time. Nothing is ever waiting until the last minute. Reactive is more emergency driven and are things that need to be done now.

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Levelset

JUNE 6, 2022

Construction projects rely on contractors completing the work they started and meeting the design intent. In an attempt to hold contractors accountable, many projects use retention holdbacks, also known as retainage. Retention receivable and payable is different from accounts receivable and payable. According to Steven J.

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Fieldwire

AUGUST 14, 2023

Construction is one of the hardest industries to manage cash flow in, with contractors often facing large up-front costs and frequent, long delays between expenses and payment. The basics of retainage Retainage, also called retention, is an amount withheld from the contractor until a later date.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

MAY 19, 2023

You may also be startled to discover that solid cash flows from sales deliver little profit. A cash flow forecast tracks cash flowing in and out of your business. The timing of these flows enables you to identify cash-rich and cash-lean periods.

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Contractor Magazine

JANUARY 27, 2014

Previously, we addressed a question posed by a number of contractors on message boards regarding the difference between profits and cash. Specifically, “my income statement shows $50,000 but I don’t have $50,000 in my bank account. Where did the money go?” Best Practices Registered User'

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Contractor Bookkeeping

JULY 12, 2019

Construction company cash flow is the movement of money in and out of your contracting business; these movements are known in accounting circles as inflow and outflow.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

AUGUST 11, 2017

Contractors Need Help Understanding Role of Accountants. Contractors should have two primary accountants. One is the Tax Accountant the other is your Construction Accountant. Tax Accountant who does the Annual tax return for your business and your personal tax return.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

APRIL 7, 2023

Poor cash flow Not bringing enough money in is the main reason why businesses fail. Work with an accountant or bookkeeper to help you identify issues with your cash flow as soon as you know there's a problem–or to prevent one before it happens. The earlier you catch a cash flow problem, the better.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 17, 2018

When implemented properly, they offer improved cash flow and better accounting insight, which benefits contractors and customers.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

AUGUST 29, 2014

Cash flow is the lifeblood of any construction company and especially the ones with annual sales volume under $1,000,000. Some construction Company experts even say that a healthy cash flow is more important than your contracting company''s ability to complete projects! What Makes Up Your Construction Company Cash Flow?

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Contractor Bookkeeping

DECEMBER 17, 2021

If you've been considering making a move to a cloud-based accounting system, you're not alone. Cloud-based accounting moves your accounting from being hosted on your computer's hard drive to an online platform.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

OCTOBER 9, 2020

Studies found that alert employees have fewer accidents, which in turn reduces your cost of doing business and raises cash flow and profits. Proved to be a Win-Win for everyone.

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Best Practices Construction Law

NOVEMBER 26, 2012

Who couldn't use more cash during the holiday season? No matter the season, however, construction companies rely heavily on cash flow to fund their operations. Cash flow depends on so many variables, but there are a few that you can control. Tie bonuses or other incentives to effective cash flow management.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

JUNE 20, 2013

Construction Cash Flow Example. Starting Cash + Cash In - Cash Out] = Cash Flow. "If Let''s Get Some Answers - Contractors and sub-contractors know there is more to profits than what is shown above and most of you rely on your "gut feel" to know when project has made a profit or not.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

OCTOBER 29, 2019

In the construction industry, cash is the lifeblood of every business — and accountants are the heartbeat. They keep cash flowing to the parts of a project or business that need it most.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

OCTOBER 23, 2020

Picking a Get-Me-By Contractor's Bookkeeping Solution in many cases is using an Excel Spreadsheet and a shoebox, file folders all dumped into a file box and looking at the Online Banking once in a while. This accounting method is the "I still got money, so I must be okay.".

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Contractor Bookkeeping

MAY 5, 2014

In the meantime, service agreement customers are a source of cash flow and are predetermined to call you instead of your competition when repairs are necessary. Construction Accounting As It Relates To Service Agreements. Keep The Service Agreement Cash Separate. 5 Immediate increase in cash reserves. . #5

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Contractor Bookkeeping

JUNE 24, 2022

Cash flow refers to the movement of money into and out of your business. A positive cash flow means bringing in more than you're spending. A negative cash flow means you aren't bringing in enough to cover your expenses. It's based on the amount of money you bring in minus the amount you spend.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

JUNE 9, 2017

Almost every Contractor understands how to do basic repairs and remodels on a house. Your Construction Accounting System started small and easy. As the project grows it gets a little more complicated. Is it a kitchen remodel, a bath remodel, upgrading the laundry area? Building a Deck? Adding a second story addition? Adding a garage?

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Construction Enquirer

JUNE 25, 2023

The Kent based contractor confirmed earlier this month that it was heading for liquidation following cash flow and inflationary pressures. Latest accounts for Claritas Group for the year to March 31 2022 show a £50.4m Right now, I am truly sorry if you are being affected by the Claritas Group’s failure in any way.”

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Construction Enquirer

JUNE 2, 2023

Kent based contractor Claritas Group is heading for liquidation after being sunk by cash-flow and inflationary pressures. “The challenge of cash flowing and managing the losses associated with the inflationary pressures of these uncertain times was just too great. to trade creditors.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

FEBRUARY 7, 2019

Considering contractors face ongoing high pressure to perform and operate with razor-thin profit margins, there’s no doubt: construction is a challenging industry. Many contractors experience data frustrations ranging from waiting on IT to build a custom report to trying to make a critical business decision without proper data.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 17, 2018

Contractors today deal with challenging projects, often with multiple performance obligations. The new GAAP revenue recognition standards developed by the Financial Accounting Standards Board are here, and these standards are designed with complex projects in mind. Here are some of the important steps: . Identify the Contract.

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Levelset

AUGUST 29, 2022

Having access to extra cash flow can eliminate financial barriers before they become roadblocks for your business. Even if you have enough cash today, financing your materials is a great solution to have in your back pocket for unexpected needs in the future. “We Growing your business requires cash.

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Levelset

APRIL 5, 2022

Bigger projects require more materials and more labor, which means higher cash requirements. Contractors can take on more work than their cash flow will let them perform, leaving them scrambling for cash to pay their bills or their employees. Why contractors run out of cash. But what about cash flow?

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Contractor Bookkeeping

AUGUST 26, 2022

Knowledge leads to profits and cash flow. Knowing The 80/20 Rule For Construction Contractors will surely help: 20% of your customers typically generate 80% of your net profit. Am I Not Charging Enough? What makes knowledge powerful? Use of knowledge. 20% of the goods or services you sell contribute 80% of your revenue.

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Pro Builder

APRIL 19, 2021

5 Reasons to Use Mechanical Contractor Software. Construction software technology has not only helped general contractors but assisted trade contractors to provide their vital services and bring projects to completion. The same is true for mechanical contractors. Mon, 04/19/2021 - 06:00. 2) Time & Productivity Management.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

OCTOBER 29, 2021

You can either keep on "Powering Through"- spend your life endlessly chasing details, missing appointments, suffer untold losses in cash flow and profits, or you can start developing a plan and work on your business. Successful contractors improve processes all year long.

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