Project Accountant

Position Title: Project Accountant

Location: Herndon, VA – Onsite / Project Site Based

Assignment Type: Permanent Hire

Compensation: $80,000–$95,000 base salary + performance-based bonus

Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, approximately 8:00 AM–5:00 PM; flexibility may vary by project

Benefits: Competitive benefits package, including 100% employer-paid dental and vision coverage

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary liaison between Project Managers and Accounting Operations
• Coordinate project accounting activities and ensure accurate financial documentation
• Support project financial tracking, budget monitoring, and related calculations
• Facilitate subcontractor invoicing and supporting documentation
• Coordinate and support owner payment application submissions
• Review subcontractor documentation for accuracy and completeness
• Assist with project documentation, organization, and submission requirements
• Support change proposal and change management processes
• Assist Project Managers with project budgets and budget adjustments
• Support project closeout activities and ensure financial and documentation requirements are completed accurately
• Prepare documentation required for owner walkthroughs and cost control reviews
• Assist with weekly and monthly project reporting for owners
• Compile financial documentation for Accounting and ERP entry
• Prepare and submit monthly profit-related reporting to accounting leadership
• Ensure cost control observations and outstanding items are addressed in a timely manner
• Support Health, Safety, and Environmental compliance initiatives
• Promote strong collaboration across project teams and the broader organization

Qualifications

• 3+ years of project accounting experience required
• Construction or closely related industry experience required
• Strong understanding of project financial documentation, billing, budgets, and subcontractor activity
• Experience partnering directly with Project Managers
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational ability
• Ability to work effectively across field operations and accounting teams
• Strong professional presence and ability to communicate with internal and external stakeholders
• Demonstrated career stability and strong job tenure preferred
• Ability to work independently while supporting multiple projects and deadlines
• ERP system experience preferred