Constructive Energy
Background
Constructive Energy, a Seattle based custom builder known for its stunning homes and eye-catching craftsmanship on local landmarks such as El Gaucho and The Edgewater, discovered Clothier & Head as a fledgling company seeking training on Intuit’s Master Builder software. More than a decade later the relationship continues as Constructive Energy has grown into an award-winning company, with Clothier & Head there to help meet all the accompanying challenges.
Business Challenges
Constructive Energy sought out Clothier & Head’s specialists for Master Builder software training in order to help recover and bill for costs that would have been lost otherwise. With automated office operations came increased profitability – and new operational and management challenges. As Constructive Energy grew, the company depended on Clothier & Head’s assistance in hiring and training its financial officers; implementing payroll, bill paying, contract billing, and construction loan processes; tax guidance, financial statement preparation, and damage recovery.
The Clothier & Head Approach
- Industry Insight: When Constructive Energy needed software training, Clothier & Head’s specialists not only offered technical expertise, but specialized knowledge of how a single accounting application could be leveraged to improve the big picture. Because Clothier & Head’s construction niche knows the industry inside and out, Constructive Energy could trust Clothier & Head’s advisors with any challenge that arose, no matter what the size.
- Demonstrated Commitment: As Constructive Energy learned, running a company can sometimes be a tricky business. After an unexpected departure of its Controller and Office Manager, the company was once left nearly paralyzed in its effort to pay bills and manage its billing and payroll. Because Clothier & Head was familiar with Constructive Energy’s systems and procedures, the firm was able to provide immediate back-up expertise in order to keep day-to-day operations running without a hitch. The firm also assisted in hiring and training a replacement Controller and a new General Accountant. These fixes not only kept a short-term problem from incurring damage, but have helped strengthen the company for the long-term, as well.
- Genuine Interest: Over the years, Clothier & Head has guided Constructive Energy in tax decisions, prepared its financial statements, and, when necessary, assisted with legal issues. By understanding Constructive Energy’s business, Clothier & Head has been able to truly understand the company’s needs and help successfully get them to where they want to be.
