Some jobs make money.
Others quietly bleed it.
EFP provides accounting and bookkeeping built for Atlanta contractors and construction companies — real job costing, accurate work-in-progress reporting, and retainage tracked the way it actually works. We work with general contractors, subcontractors, and specialty trades.
No work-in-progress reporting
Retainage & change orders get lost
WIP schedules done right
Retainage & change orders reconciled
You’re busy on every job site.
Your books shouldn’t be the thing you’re guessing about.
- ✕ You can’t easily tell which jobs are actually profitable and which ones are quietly losing money.
- ✕ Your books don’t have a proper work-in-progress schedule, so over- or under-billing sneaks up on you.
- ✕ Retainage and change orders get lost in the shuffle instead of tracked cleanly.
- ✕ Cash flow feels unpredictable because progress billing and retainage aren’t modeled properly.
- ✕ You’re trying to get bonded for a bigger job, and your financials aren’t ready to show it.
That’s exactly what EFP was built to solve.
We give Atlanta contractors clean, job-costed books and the financial clarity to know exactly which jobs are making money — without hiring a full-time controller.
You focus on the job site. We’ll handle the financial architecture behind it.
What does EFP actually do for your construction business?
More than basic bookkeeping — EFP acts as your financial back office, built around how construction jobs and cash flow actually work.
Job costing
See exactly which jobs, projects, or clients are actually profitable — not just your overall revenue.
Work-in-progress reporting
Accurate WIP schedules that show you over- and under-billing on every job before it becomes a problem.
Retainage & change order tracking
Retainage and change orders tracked cleanly by job, so nothing gets lost or forgotten.
Cash flow management
Predictable cash flow visibility despite progress billing, retainage, and uneven payment cycles.
Bonding & capital readiness
Financials ready to show a surety or lender when you’re bidding on bigger jobs.
Tax-ready financials
Books that are clean and organized well ahead of tax season, so nothing is a last-minute scramble.
EFP’s construction accounting
services are built for:
- General contractors, subcontractors, and specialty trades
- Construction companies managing multiple active jobs at once
- Contractors preparing to get bonded for a bigger project
- Owners who want to know which jobs actually drive profit
- Companies juggling retainage and progress billing across jobs
- Contractors who’ve outgrown a generalist bookkeeper
We’re not the right match for very small operations with a single crew and minimal job volume, or those who only need basic annual tax filing with no ongoing bookkeeping.
We’d rather be honest upfront than waste your time. That’s how we’ve built relationships in Atlanta for over 15 years.
Specialized construction expertise.
Without the full-time headcount.
Most small and mid-sized Atlanta contractors don’t have enough volume to justify a full-time in-house bookkeeper or controller — but they still need the expertise. There’s a smarter way.
| In-House Bookkeeper | EFP for Construction | |
|---|---|---|
| Annual cost | $45,000–$65,000+ salary & benefits | Fraction of the cost flexible monthly engagement |
| Job costing expertise | Varies by hire | Core specialty |
| Work-in-progress reporting | Rarely done correctly | Included |
| Scalable as you grow | Limited — fixed capacity | Scales with you |
| Available to start | Weeks to hire | Within days |
| Commitment required | Full-time employment | Flexible engagement |
The bottom line: a specialized outside team gives most Atlanta contractors the same — often better — financial oversight as a full-time hire, at a fraction of the cost and without the management overhead.
Atlanta business owners who’ve been where you are.
“The team at Executive Financial Partners is more than just a CPA firm — they genuinely care and build real confidence in the professional relationship. We can, without reservation, recommend them.”
“What most impressed me about working with Sandy and EFP is that she’s a badass woman — exactly the kind of leader, entrepreneur, and self-employed businesswoman I want to surround myself with.”
“I love working with Sandy. She keeps the communication very open, and she takes a genuine personal investment in your business to make sure that you are succeeding at every step along the way.”
Getting started is easier than you think.
Three steps from where you are now to having job-costed, accurate books across every project. The first one costs you nothing.
Free books review
A 30-minute conversation about your current bookkeeping and job costing setup, and where the gaps are. No pitch, no pressure.
Job costing & books assessment
We review your books and job costing process, identify the gaps, and map out exactly what a clean setup would look like.
Ongoing bookkeeping partnership
Monthly reconciliation, reporting, and support — so you always know exactly which jobs are actually making money.
Everything you want to know before you reach out.
Can you track profitability by job?
Yes — job costing is a core part of what we do for construction clients. We set up reporting that shows you exactly which jobs are actually profitable and which ones aren’t.
Do you handle work-in-progress (WIP) reporting?
Yes. We build accurate WIP schedules that show over- and under-billing on every active job, so surprises get caught early instead of at year-end.
What’s the difference between a generalist bookkeeper and EFP for construction?
A generalist bookkeeper handles standard transactions. We understand job costing, retainage, change orders, and percentage-of-completion accounting — so nothing gets miscategorized or missed.
How much does construction accounting cost?
Pricing depends on the number of active jobs and the complexity of your job costing needs. Most contractor clients invest a fraction of what a full-time in-house hire would cost. We’re upfront about pricing on your free call.
We’re behind on our books — can you help us catch up?
Absolutely. A clean catch-up is one of the most common ways contractors start working with us, especially before a bonding application, a loan, or tax season.
Do you only work with Atlanta contractors?
We’re Atlanta-based and know this market well, but our accounting and bookkeeping services are fully remote-capable, and we work with contractors across the country.
Stop guessing which jobs pay off.
Start seeing real numbers.
Schedule a free 30-minute books review. We’ll look at where your job costing stands, flag any gaps, and show you exactly what a partnership with EFP would look like. No pitch. No pressure. Just clarity.
