Project Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a Project Accountant to support construction project financial operations in Tacoma, Washington. This role works closely with project managers and internal teams to manage billing, contract administration, subcontractor documentation, and account reconciliation throughout the project lifecycle. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to keep project records accurate, compliant, and well organized.

Responsibilities:

• Establish new project records within the accounting system and apply appropriate rate structures for accurate tracking.

• Prepare and post financial entries to the general ledger by reviewing project activity and supporting transaction documentation.

• Partner with project managers to develop customer billings, monitor collections, and help maintain healthy accounts receivable balances.

• Track subcontractor compliance requirements and ensure required documentation is complete before payment processing.

• Review and process subcontractor invoices in a timely manner while maintaining effective working relationships with vendors.

• Reconcile accounts receivable, accounts payable, project contracts, and subcontract balances to support accurate financial reporting.

• Examine contract terms and prepare supporting reports to validate project transactions prior to final settlement.

• Assist project managers with administrative and financial closeout activities to ensure projects are completed accurately.

• Recommend improvements to accounting workflows and maintain sufficient cross-functional knowledge to provide team support when needed.

• File required labor and industries documentation, including intents and affidavits, and perform other project accounting duties as assigned.

The salary range for this position is 80,000 to 95,000. Benefits available with this position include medical, dental and vision; life and disability insurances; participation in the company’s 401(k) plan with 4% match and 14 days of paid vacation, 5 days of paid sick leave and 10 paid holidays per calendar year.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is Required

• Experience with Viewpoint Vista, Viewpoint Spectrum is REQUIRED

• At least 3 years of experience in project accounting, general ledger accounting, construction accounting.

• Working knowledge of construction project financial processes, including billing, reconciliations, and subcontractor payment administration.

• Ability to prepare clear routine reports and written correspondence with a high degree of accuracy.

• Strong verbal communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with clients, vendors, and internal teams.

• Proficiency in account reconciliation, month-end close activities, and general accounting principles.

• Ability to work in an office setting that includes extended sitting and occasional bending or twisting.