Helping construction companies manage project profitability, cash flow, bonding requirements, and tax planning with specialized accounting and advisory support.
Construction businesses face unique financial challenges—from job costing and work-in-progress reporting to bonding requirements and fluctuating cash flow. At HBE, our team works with general contractors, subcontractors, and developers across Nebraska and the Midwest to provide accounting, tax, and advisory services tailored to the construction industry.
Comprehensive Construction Accounting & Advisory Services
Construction companies require financial systems and reporting that support project-based operations and long-term profitability. HBE provides specialized accounting, tax, and advisory services designed specifically for contractors and construction businesses.
Construction Accounting & Job Costing
Accurate job costing and financial reporting are critical to managing project profitability in the construction industry. Our team helps contractors implement accounting systems that track project costs, labor, overhead, and revenue in real time. This allows owners and project managers to monitor performance and make informed decisions throughout the life of a project.
Work-in-Progress (WIP) Reporting
Work-in-progress schedules are essential for contractors working on long-term projects. We assist construction companies with accurate WIP reporting, helping ensure revenue recognition aligns with project completion and financial statements remain reliable for lenders, bonding companies, and internal management.
Tax Planning for Construction Businesses
Construction companies face complex tax considerations including equipment depreciation, multi-state operations, and entity structuring. Our professionals work closely with contractors to develop proactive tax strategies that minimize tax liabilities and support long-term growth.
Financial Statements for Bonding & Lending
Many construction companies rely on bonding and financing to secure new projects. We prepare financial statements and reports designed to meet the expectations of surety providers and lenders, helping contractors strengthen their financial position and maintain bonding capacity.
Business Advisory & Growth Planning
Beyond compliance, we provide strategic guidance to help construction companies improve profitability, manage risk, and plan for growth. From evaluating project margins to succession planning, our advisors work with construction business owners to support long-term success.
Why Construction Companies Choose HBE
Deep Industry Knowledge. Practical Business Guidance.
Deep Construction Industry Experience
Our team works with general contractors, subcontractors, and developers and understands the operational and financial realities of the construction industry.
Midwest Focus
We serve construction companies across Nebraska and the surrounding Midwest, bringing regional insight into labor markets, regulations, and economic conditions.
Long-Term Relationships
Many construction clients have partnered with HBE for years, relying on us as a trusted advisor through multiple stages of growth.
Strategic Direction
Our approach goes beyond tax compliance and reporting. We help construction businesses strengthen financial management, improve project visibility, and support long-term growth.
Construction Accounting Expertise for Contractors
HBE works with a wide range of construction businesses, including:
- General contractors
- Specialty subcontractors
- Commercial construction firms
- Residential builders
- Developers and real estate investors
Our team understands the financial complexities unique to the construction industry, including project-based accounting, contract revenue recognition, equipment management, and workforce fluctuations.
Industry Organizations & Professional Affiliations
Our construction industry professional actively participate in leading industry organizations. These affiliations help us stay informed on regulatory changes, financial best practices, and emerging trends affecting contractors and construction businesses.
- Associated General Contractors (AGC)
- Association for Builders and Contractors (ABC)
- BDO Alliance USA Construction Group
- Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA)
- Home Builders Association of Lincoln (HBAL)
Construction Accounting Support That Helps Your Business Build for the Future
Whether you’re managing multiple projects, planning for growth, or navigating tax and financial reporting requirements, HBE provides the specialized accounting support construction companies need to succeed.
Connect with our Construction Team
Scott Becker, CPA, CFP, CVA, CGMA
Managing Partner
James Schulz, CPA, CVA
Partner
Scott Scheef, CPA, CVA
Partner
Andrew Jacob, CPA
Manager