Construction Project Accountant

Ehvert

2d•Remote

About The Position

Ehvert Mission Critical, a business unit within Salas O’Brien, is seeking an experienced self-employed professional in Ukraine for a long-term independent contractor engagement. This remote role supports ongoing data center projects and is not limited to a single project. The contractor will provide services through a formal independent contractor agreement governed by Texas, United States law. The engagement is not employment; the contractor is responsible for applicable local tax and labor obligations and is not eligible for employee benefits or employer-provided insurance or social security/pension contributions. The Construction Project Accountant oversees job cost accounting, monitors budgets, and maintains accurate, current financial data. Working with project managers, internal teams, clients, and external stakeholders, the role prepares and reviews financial reports, helps keep project budgets on track, identifies issues, and provides financial insights to support decisions. The work requires strong financial analysis and budgeting skills, advanced Excel capability, excellent communication, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. The role is with a company specializing in data center facility engineering and construction management, including hyperscale and AI data centers. The broader organization works on complex electrical, mechanical, automation, and security systems and uses approaches such as BIM, VDC, and augmented reality.

Requirements

English proficiency at B2 (upper intermediate) or higher.
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in accounting or a related field.
At least 3–4 years of experience in a similar or related position.
Advanced bookkeeping and accounting skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, including advanced formulas and pivot tables.
Ability to book monthly accounting entries and read and understand budgets.
Ability to work under time pressure.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to multitask, work independently, manage time effectively, and maintain confidentiality.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of construction accounting and general construction processes.
Knowledge of QuickBooks Online.
Knowledge of GAAP accounting.

Responsibilities

Monitor project costs and budgets, track expenses, and ensure adherence to financial plans.
Prepare and analyze financial reports, budgets, and forecasts for management.
Ensure job cost reports and accounts receivable reports are accurate and in balance with the general ledger.
Provide appropriate stakeholders with project status information, including PFR and job cost reports for owners.
Bring issues to Financial Services and the Construction Project Manager for assistance and further evaluation.
Enter financial paperwork into the accounting system to maintain timely and accurate job cost information, including owner and subcontractor change orders, owner billings, budget transfers, subcontractor pay requirements, payroll, and accounts payable.
Collaborate with key stakeholders to process monthly owner billings and prepare projected final cost reports.