Project Accountant

Job Description

Project Accountant - Heavy Civil Construction

Location: Gaithersburg, MD


About Us
We are a respected general contractor specializing in heavy civil, highway, and concrete construction. Our projects play a critical role in building and maintaining infrastructure that keeps communities moving. With a commitment to quality, safety, and long-term partnerships, we take pride in delivering complex work with precision and integrity.


Position Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented Project Accountant to support our growing portfolio of heavy civil and infrastructure projects. This role will work closely with project managers and operations teams to ensure accurate financial tracking, reporting, and compliance throughout the lifecycle of each project.


Key Responsibilities

• Manage project financials from startup through closeout
• Track and analyze job costs, budgets, and forecasts
• Prepare and process billings, including progress billings and time & materials
• Monitor contract values, change orders, and cost adjustments
• Assist with month-end close, WIP reporting, and financial reconciliations
• Collaborate with Project Managers to ensure financial accuracy and performance
• Maintain subcontractor and vendor records, including compliance documentation
• Support audits and ensure adherence to company and client requirements
• Identify cost trends, risks, and opportunities to improve project performance

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of project accounting experience in construction
• Experience in heavy civil, highway, or concrete construction is highly preferred , but not required
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field is preferred , but not required
• Strong understanding of job costing and construction accounting principles
• Experience with Sage 300 CRE or Viewpoint Vista is a plus
• Proficiency in Excel and financial reporting tools
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Excellent communication skills with both financial and operational teams

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, 401k, etc.)
• Stable backlog of impactful infrastructure projects
• Growth opportunities within a well-established organization
• Supportive, team-driven culture with strong leadership

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.