Project Accountant

Description

A growing and highly respected organization in the construction industry is seeking a Project Accountant to join its team. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional early in their career who is looking to gain hands-on project accounting experience, work alongside strong leadership, and build a long-term career with an industry leader. The ideal candidate is intelligent, motivated, detail-oriented, and eager to learn. Construction experience is helpful but not required. The hiring team is focused on finding a high-potential individual with a strong work ethic and a solid accounting or finance foundation.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the financial management of multiple construction projects

• Monitor project budgets, costs, commitments, and forecasting

• Assist with project billings, contract administration, and change orders

• Prepare and analyze project financial reports

• Reconcile project accounts and investigate discrepancies

• Partner with project managers and operations teams to ensure accurate financial tracking

• Assist with month-end close and reporting activities

• Maintain accurate project records and documentation

• Support process improvements and financial controls

What We're Looking For

This opportunity is ideal for someone who is:

• Early in their accounting or finance career and looking for growth

• Motivated, coachable, and eager to develop professionally

• A self-starter who takes ownership of their work

• Comfortable working cross-functionally with operations and project teams

• Interested in building a long-term career with a stable and growing organization

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Strong leadership and mentorship

• Career growth potential

• Exposure to large, complex projects

• Collaborative team environment

• Competitive compensation and benefits

• Opportunity to make a visible impact on project success

If you're a driven accounting professional looking to take the next step in your career and gain valuable project accounting experience, we encourage you to apply.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

• Approximately 3-5 years of accounting, finance, or project accounting experience

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

• Excellent communication and organizational abilities

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Construction industry experience is a plus, but not required

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