Project Accountant

Project AccountantPicture this: You will be working side-by-side with project teams who are actively building real projects across Northern California. You are not buried in a back office. You are not one of 50 accountants in a corporate silo. You are in the mix, tracking the financial heartbeat of projects that are moving, evolving, and relying on you to stay on track.This Project Accountant role is a great fit if you're experienced in construction accounting, including project-level AR and AP, cost accounting, and general ledger work, and want to join a strong team where you'll drive project accounting for a growing company.Your Job DutiesOversee project accounting across multiple active construction jobsMaintain accurate project data in Acumatica and ensure financials stay currentManage project job costing, including cost allocation, cost-to-complete analysis, and budget-to-actual variance reporting.Analyze job costs, identify overruns and coding discrepancies, and communicate findings to project managers.Prepare and submit client billing packages with full support documentationGeneral ledger accounting experience, including journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations, and month-end closeCoordinate subcontractor billing through GCPay and keep invoicing on scheduleManage lien waivers and preliminary notices throughout the project lifecycleSupport project setup, WIP tracking, and closeout processesPartner with project managers to keep financial timelines and deliverables on trackYou Have (Required Skills, Experience & Team Fit)3+ years of experience in construction, and project accountingRequired: hands-on experience with AcumaticaHands-on experience with job costing and project financial trackingCost accounting experience, including cost allocation, variance analysis, and cost-to-complete forecastingGeneral ledger accounting experience, including journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations, and month-end closeExperience with construction billing, AR/AP, lien waivers, and project closeout.Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple prioritiesClear communication style with confidence to follow up and maintain accountabilityBachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance preferred, or equivalent experienceCompensation for this Project Accountant role will be $85,000–$105,000 with a bonus target of 10% of salary, aligned with your background and skill set. You will be based in the Sacramento area in an in-office setting that keeps you closely connected to project teams and daily operations. Your schedule will typically run from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM.