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Description

Overview:

We’re looking for a skilled Senior Project Accountant with 4+ years of experience and a degree in Accounting to support project teams and ensure accurate financial tracking across construction projects. This role involves managing billing, payments, compliance, and month-end close processes while collaborating with internal teams and external partners.

Key Responsibilities:

+ Manage accounting tasks for assigned projects, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies and GAAP.

+ Support project teams with accounting questions and provide guidance on financial matters.

+ Prepare documentation for audits and maintain organized financial records.

+ Partner with Project Managers to ensure proper financial controls and reporting.

+ Review contracts for accounting-related responsibilities and track preliminary notices.

+ Prepare AIA billings and compile supporting documents.

+ Collect and verify lien waivers from subcontractors and sub-tiers.

+ Ensure subcontractors meet documentation and compliance requirements.

+ Process subcontractor payments promptly and accurately.

+ Lead month-end and quarterly close processes, driving efficiency and accuracy.

+ Improve project accounting workflows and identify areas for process enhancement.

+ Review cost coding and validate vendor/subcontractor invoices.

+ Complete journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial analysis.

+ Assist with job cost and sales tax accruals in line with state and county regulations.

+ Support cash application for owner billings and collaborate with AR team.

+ Mentor junior accountants and share best practices.

+ Meet all financial reporting deadlines with a proactive and organized approach.

+ Take on additional tasks as needed, showing flexibility and initiative.

Requirements

Qualifications:

+ Minimum of 4 years of progressive accounting experience

+ Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

+ Prior experience in audit, preferably with a Big Four accounting firm

+ Strong background in construction or project-based accounting

+ CPA certification or eligibility preferred

+ Experience working in large, publicly traded, or private equity-backed organizations

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