Project Accountant / Admin - Construction

Project Accountant with construction industry experience needed!

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Salary : $65,000 - $85,000 per year

A bit about us :

I’m partnering with a well-established construction company specializing in water and wastewater treatment facilities, pumping stations, and commercial / industrial builds. We’re looking for a Project Accountant who can take ownership of the financial health of active construction projects from start to finish.

In this role, you’ll manage project cost tracking, contract compliance, and subcontractor billing—working closely with project managers, field teams, and corporate accounting. If you thrive in construction accounting, understand percentage-of-completion, change orders, POs, and subcontract financials, and enjoy being the go-to resource for project financial accuracy, this is a great fit.

We’re looking for someone with 3–5 years of construction accounting or project admin experience, strong Excel and accounting software skills (Sage / FOUNDATION / Sage 300 CRE), and a solid understanding of lien laws, retention, sales tax, and compliance requirements.

Why join us?

Great culture

Growth opportunities

Job Details

Key Responsibilities

Project Financial Management

Track project costs including materials, equipment, subcontractor expenses, and committed costs.

Communicate frequently with Project Managers to capture scope changes and cost impacts.

Maintain accurate cost records and ensure integrity of all project financial transactions.

Contract & Administrative Support

Review subcontracts and purchase orders for terms, retention, and compliance requirements.

Process and track change orders and payment applications.

Reconcile subcontract modifications, payments, and retention.

Insurance & Compliance

Maintain certificates of insurance and monitor bonding requirements.

Collect and process lien waivers and ensure compliance with state and project requirements.

Vendor & Subcontractor Management

Review subcontractor invoices and payment applications for accuracy and proper documentation.

Coordinate with Accounts Payable on payment timing and discrepancy resolution.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner with Project Managers, Field Superintendents, and Corporate Accounting on project status, cost transfers, journal entries, and reconciliations.

Support internal and external audit requests.

Documentation & Closeout

Maintain organized project files, including contracts, change orders, invoices, and payment records.

Support month-end close, accruals, WIP adjustments, and project closeout procedures.

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