Project Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Project Accountant to support construction project financial operations in Austin, Texas. This contract opportunity has the potential to become permanent and will partner closely with project managers and project engineers to keep billing, cost tracking, and reporting accurate throughout the project lifecycle. The role is well suited for someone who can manage deadlines, maintain strong financial controls, and contribute to timely month-end activities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:
• Partner with project managers and project engineers to oversee financial activity across active construction jobs, ensuring costs and documentation remain current and accurate.
• Process accounts payable, accounts receivable, employee expenses, and related project transactions throughout the full accounting cycle.
• Prepare and submit monthly construction billings, including contract-based invoicing and AIA-style billing documentation as required.
• Monitor job budgets, analyze project costs, and maintain job costing records to support financial visibility and operational decision-making.
• Track and manage project-related compliance items such as insurance certificates, bonds, and lien waivers to support billing and contract requirements.
• Reconcile accruals and assist with month-end close activities by reviewing project financial data and resolving discrepancies on schedule.
• Generate and distribute financial and project reports to leadership, providing clear updates on billing, cost performance, and outstanding items.
• Maintain accurate records within CMiC and support project accounting workflows to ensure timely reporting and consistent data integrity.• Experience in project accounting within construction or a closely related project-based environment.
• Strong working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, accruals, and month-end close procedures.
• Hands-on experience with job costing, budget tracking, and construction billing practices, including AIA billing.
• Proficiency with CMiC software and Microsoft Excel for financial analysis, reporting, and record management.
• Understanding of construction accounting principles and familiarity with US GAAP.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines while maintaining accuracy in a fast-paced setting.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with project teams and leadership.