Project Accountant
$85k - $110kCreative Financial Staffing
Project Accountant
$85,000 - $110,000 + Bonus
Our client, a wellestablished and growing construction and infrastructure organization, is seeking a Project Accountant to join their accounting team. This role will be hybrid.
Why You'll Love This Project Accountant Opportunity
Extensive interaction with Project Managers, Finance Leadership, and crossfunctional teams
Exposure to project financials, contract billing, cash forecasting, and operational analysis
Collaborative, teamoriented environment with a strong "familyfeel" culture despite large company size
Clear path for professional development, mentorship, and longterm career growth
Strong benefits package and hybrid flexibility after initial onboarding period
Key Responsibilities of the Project Accountant
Handle project accounting activities including financial reporting, cost tracking, and reconciliation support
Manage billing packages and required contract documentation, including subcontractor invoices
Coordinate subcontractor and vendor payments, including lien waiver tracking and compliance
Monitor accounts receivable, follow up on collections, and maintain cash flow forecasts
Partner with Accounts Payable to ensure payments align with contract terms
Support financial analysis, reporting, and process improvement initiatives
Ideal Background for the Project Accountant
Bachelor's degree in Accounting required; CPA preferred or in progress
5+ years of accounting experience, ideally within construction or projectbased environments
Strong understanding of job costing, contract billing, and project financials
Advanced Excel skills required; experience with data visualization tools a plus
Excellent communication skills with the ability to work crossfunctionally
Highly organized, detailoriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fastpaced environment
$85,000 - $110,000 + bonus
#LI-AH1 EB-1956631448
$85,000 - $110,000 + Bonus
Our client, a wellestablished and growing construction and infrastructure organization, is seeking a Project Accountant to join their accounting team. This role will be hybrid.
Why You'll Love This Project Accountant Opportunity
Extensive interaction with Project Managers, Finance Leadership, and crossfunctional teams
Exposure to project financials, contract billing, cash forecasting, and operational analysis
Collaborative, teamoriented environment with a strong "familyfeel" culture despite large company size
Clear path for professional development, mentorship, and longterm career growth
Strong benefits package and hybrid flexibility after initial onboarding period
Key Responsibilities of the Project Accountant
Handle project accounting activities including financial reporting, cost tracking, and reconciliation support
Manage billing packages and required contract documentation, including subcontractor invoices
Coordinate subcontractor and vendor payments, including lien waiver tracking and compliance
Monitor accounts receivable, follow up on collections, and maintain cash flow forecasts
Partner with Accounts Payable to ensure payments align with contract terms
Support financial analysis, reporting, and process improvement initiatives
Ideal Background for the Project Accountant
Bachelor's degree in Accounting required; CPA preferred or in progress
5+ years of accounting experience, ideally within construction or projectbased environments
Strong understanding of job costing, contract billing, and project financials
Advanced Excel skills required; experience with data visualization tools a plus
Excellent communication skills with the ability to work crossfunctionally
Highly organized, detailoriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fastpaced environment
$85,000 - $110,000 + bonus
#LI-AH1 EB-1956631448
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