Job Description

Position Summary:

The Project Accountant manages all financial aspects of construction projects from inception to completion, ensuring accurate cost tracking, contract compliance, and adherence to sales tax regulations. This role requires a strong understanding of construction accounting principles, percentage completion methods, and industry-specific regulations.

Project Financial Management:

Track and analyze direct project costs including materials, equipment, and subcontractor expenses Frequently communicate with project managers to accurately capture scope changes and other activities that could impact financial implications Maintain perpetual project cost records and ensure accuracy of all financial transactions Track committed costs through purchase orders, subcontracts, and other binding agreements

Administration:

Review and analyze subcontracts, and purchase orders to understand payment terms, retention schedules, and compliance requirements Process and track change orders through approval workflow, ensuring proper documentation and cost impact analysis Reconcile subcontract amounts, modifications, and payments to ensure accuracy and completeness Monitor contract compliance including milestone requirements and insurance provisions Coordinate with project teams on contract interpretation and dispute resolution support
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.43 - $28.22 per hour

Experience:

construction industry accounting: 4 years (Preferred) understanding of construction accounting principles: 4 years (Preferred) construction contracts, change orders,: 3 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person