Project Accountant

Project Accountant

Our client in Atlanta, GA is seeking an experienced Project Accountant to join its growing construction accounting team. This is a full-time, fully in-office opportunity for a detail-oriented accounting professional with 35 years of construction project accounting experience who enjoys partnering with project teams, managing billing and payment activity, reviewing job costs, and supporting multiple projects simultaneously.

Project Accountant Role

The Project Accountant will report to a Senior Project Accountant and will be responsible for supporting the financial activity of multiple construction projects. This individual will work closely with Project Managers and Contract Administrators to ensure all relevant financial information is received, accurately recorded, and applied to each project. Key areas of responsibility include project billing, subcontractor payment applications, contract and invoice review, vendor payments, job-cost analysis, compliance tracking, and project closeout support.

Process and review subcontractor payment applications, purchase orders, and incidental invoices for multiple construction projects. Assist Contract Administrators with setting up new projects in Procore, Vista, and GC Pay. Ensure subcontractor payment applications and purchase orders are accurately entered into GC Pay. Review project contracts and supporting financial documentation. Meet monthly with project teams to analyze job costs, budgets, and project variances. Assist with the review of job-cost reports and project financial performance. Prepare and process monthly owner payment applications. Submit all project-specific supporting documentation and track payment status. Follow up on outstanding owner payments as needed. Track Section 3 and Davis-Bacon requirements for applicable projects. Collect monthly compliance forms, certified payroll records, and other required documentation from subcontractors. Update subcontractor compliance status within Vista. Confirm subcontractors remain current with all applicable project and regulatory compliance requirements. Submit required project files to housing authorities, the Department of Community Affairs, and other applicable entities. Process weekly vendor payments through GC Pay and OneAP. Prepare and upload positive-pay files to the bank. Ensure project teams follow established invoice-approval procedures. Confirm payments are processed accurately and in accordance with contractual payment terms. Review lien waivers in GC Pay, as applicable. Assist project teams with job closeout activities. Build and maintain positive relationships with subcontractors, vendors, and trade partners.

Background Profile

35 years of project accounting experience within the construction industry required. Experience supporting multiple construction projects simultaneously. Knowledge of subcontractor payment applications, owner billings, purchase orders, contracts, job costs, and construction accounting processes. Experience reviewing project financial data and job-cost reports. Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities. Strong communication, organization, and follow-up skills. Highly detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy. Proactive approach with the ability to identify issues and take initiative. Team-oriented mindset with a willingness to assist beyond core responsibilities. Flexible and adaptable in a small, collaborative work environment. Ability to take the lead when developing or improving processes. Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook required. Experience with Vista, GC Pay, Bluebeam, and Procore preferred. Experience with Section 3, Davis-Bacon, certified payroll, and lien-waiver requirements preferred. Payroll certification or related payroll compliance experience is a plus but not required.

Features and Benefits of Client

Bonus eligibility. Medical, dental, vision. 401(k) eligibility after 90 days. PTO. Bonus eligibility.