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3 cash flow forecasting tips for your next big construction project

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Effectively managing cash flow is critical for contractors’ success. Adding to the complexity are project durations (which can go from days to years), the broad scope of work, the logistical sequencing of tasks and any conditions tacked onto the contract. Create Rolling Enterprise Cash Flow Forecasts.

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A Cash Flow Guide for Architects

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You’re providing a service to your customers, but your contracts are often lump-sum , and billings are often determined by the percentage of completion. However, like any other business, you need to maintain positive cash flow or you may find yourself unable to pay your workers and other expenses. Cash flow basics.

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Accounting for Retention Receivable & Payable: A Contractor’s Guide

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In an attempt to hold contractors accountable, many projects use retention holdbacks, also known as retainage. These holdbacks need to be accounted for by every party to a project: owner, general contractor, and subcontractor. The rate of retention is stipulated in the construction contract and can often be negotiated.

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Managing Accounts Receivable in QB: QuickBooks for Contractors

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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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5 Critical Construction Project Reports your System Should Pull Without Fuss

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Here’s a list of key reports that you should be able to pull at any moment from your construction project management software: Basic Accounting Reports. At a bare minimum, you’ll need the following for your accounting function: profit and loss report, balance sheets, trial balance and trading summaries. Ad-hoc reports.

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5 Ways to Prepare for New Revenue Recognition Standards

Viewpoint Construction Technology

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

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Construction Business Owner Blogs

Construction Business Owner

ACCOUNTING |. SOFTWARE |. Software & Technology. Accounting & Finance. Data Security in the Cloud » Collaborating on Cash flow. Bad or outdated information is probably one of the biggest reasons cash flow issues occur. Technology for Collaboration & Cash Flow.

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