Accounting Services for the Construction & Trades Industry
In the construction and trades industry, your accounting system needs to be as solid as your structures. Job delays, unpredictable expenses, and phased payments make cash flow tough to manage and profitability hard to measure.
At Morton Moore, we specialise in accounting for construction and trades professionals, offering the clarity and control you need to run lean projects, meet tax obligations, and grow with confidence.
Why Construction Accounting Is Different
You don’t just sell a product, you manage contracts, coordinate crews, bill clients in stages, and monitor job costs in real time. Standard accounting doesn’t work for that. You need systems built for job sites, not just spreadsheets.
We help you:
- Keep SARS happy with accurate records and VAT calculations
- Know exactly where your money is going, by job, phase, or site
- Avoid cash flow gaps and budget blowouts
Our Construction-Focused Accounting Services
Job Costing & Project Profitability
We implement systems that track costs by:
- Labour
- Materials
- Equipment usage
- Subcontractor expenses
This allows you to monitor profitability per project, detect overruns early, and quote more accurately next time.
Cash Flow & Budget Control
We build job-by-job cash flow forecasts that help you:
- Pay suppliers and subcontractors on time
- Avoid overcommitting to new jobs
- Plan for downtime between projects
Asset & Equipment Depreciation
From scaffolding and concrete mixers to vehicles and tools, we:
- Track your fixed assets
- Apply accurate depreciation schedules
- Keep your books and tax returns aligned with usage and value
Monthly Management Reports
Our reports are built for decision-makers, not accountants. You’ll receive:
- Project profitability breakdowns
- Overhead analysis
- Supplier spend tracking
- Debt collection and billing status
- Custom KPIs (e.g., cost per square meter, cost per unit built)
What Sets Morton Moore Apart
Construction-Specific Expertise
- We understand the nature of your industry from change orders to retention release timelines. You won’t have to teach us how you work.
Actionable, On-Site-Friendly Reporting
- Our reports aren’t buried in jargon. They’re clean, visual, and designed for use in real-time project decisions, even from your phone or on-site office.
Cloud-Ready Tools
- We support systems like Xero, Sage, and QuickBooks Online, and we can help you link your invoicing, payroll, or time tracking tools for a seamless workflow.
Proactive Advice
- We don’t just keep score, we help you play to win. From pricing guidance to project reviews, we’re with you beyond tax season.
Who we work with?
Our clients range from:
- General contractors and builders
- Subcontractors (plumbers, electricians, tilers, etc.)
- Renovation and maintenance teams
- Civil and infrastructure contractors
- Construction startups and scale-ups
Morton Moore
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| Professional Accounting & HR Services | Based in South Africa
Contact
cj@morton-moore.com
(084) 072-1226
Monday – Friday
8am – 6pm
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