Project Accountant

Description

Robert Half is looking for a detail-oriented Project Accountant to join a team supporting construction-related financial operations based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This contract opportunity with potential for a permanent Project Accountant position is ideal for someone who can manage project billing, maintain accurate records, and collaborate effectively with internal teams and client stakeholders. The Project Accountant role will focus on invoice administration, cost tracking, and financial coordination across active projects while ensuring compliance with contract terms and payment requirements. If you are looking for an opportunity with future growth, then click the apply button today and put your talents to the test. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to reach out to 215-568-4580 and mention job reference#03720-0013540894.

As a Property Accountant your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Prepare, review, and submit project billings to clients in alignment with contract terms and established deadlines.

• Examine schedules of values and supporting documentation to confirm each invoice is complete, accurate, and consistent with project requirements.

• Check payment applications and lien waiver documents for compliance before submission or processing.

• Work closely with project staff, consultants, and construction management partners to gather billing details and resolve financial questions.

• Coordinate with client accounting contacts to support payment processing, address invoice issues, and meet reporting timelines.

• Support the administration of project cost tracking tools by entering invoices, updating contract information, and monitoring budget activity.

• Assist with the creation of client-facing invoices and related billing documentation for owner accounts.

• Contribute to accounts receivable monitoring by reviewing outstanding balances and helping follow up on unpaid invoices.

• Record time and project-related activities accurately to ensure proper task allocation across assignments.

Requirements

The ideal Property Accountant candidate will have:

• 3 to 5 years of experience in construction accounting, project accounting, or a closely related finance function.

• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, or a similar discipline.

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with distributed or remote team members while maintaining strong communication.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Working knowledge of project accounting processes within construction projects, including billing, cost tracking, and receivables support.

• Experience with Deltek or Deltek Vision is strongly preferred.

If you are looking for an opportunity with future growth, then click the apply button today and put your talents to the test. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to reach out to 215-568-4580 and mention job reference#03720-0013540894.

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