Project Accountant - MEP Construction

Mark III Construction•Sacramento, CA

1d•$75,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Project Accountant is responsible for the financial administration, cost tracking, billing, and reporting of MEP construction projects. This role works closely with Project Managers, Project Engineers, and Operations leadership to ensure projects are accurately costed, billed on time, compliant with contract requirements, and financially transparent from startup through closeout. This position requires a strong understanding of construction accounting, job cost structures, progress billing, and change order financial tracking specific to mechanical, plumbing, and HVAC scopes. Who we are: Mark III is a full-service construction company comprised of three complementary business units: M3 MEP, M3 Service, and M3 Components. We support projects from initial concept through long-term maintenance, with specialized expertise in healthcare, higher education, industrial, life science, and technology markets. Our integrated, big-picture approach allows us to self-perform electrical, HVAC, plumbing, process piping, prefabrication, and MEP design. By consolidating these services under one organization, clients benefit from reduced profit layers, minimized scope gaps, and simplified project schedules—working with a single, accountable partner rather than multiple consultants and subcontractors. Headquartered in Sacramento, California, Mark III operates throughout California and Nevada. Our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility serves as a centralized hub supporting five core trades: HVAC, mechanical piping, plumbing, electrical, and metal-stud framing. To support our continued growth, we will be relocating from our current combined 62,000 square feet of office and operational space to a new 340,000-square-foot headquarters at 2031 Optisolar Lane, with the move planned for completion by the end of Q2 2026. Mission: Leading the Evolution of Construction Vision: Exposing the World to a New Way to Build Core Values: Teamwork Excellence Perseverance Integrity Continuous Improvement

Requirements

3+ years of experience in construction or project accounting, preferably within MEP, mechanical, or specialty trades
Strong understanding of job cost accounting, WIP reporting, and progress billing
Experience working with project managers in a fast‑paced construction environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (job cost analysis, reconciliations, reporting)
High attention to detail and strong organizational skills

Nice To Haves

Experience with construction accounting software (e.g., Sage, Vista, CMiC, or similar)
Familiarity with union labor cost structures and certified payroll environments
Experience supporting large commercial or industrial construction projects
Knowledge of lien releases, retention, and contract compliance requirements

Responsibilities

Set up new projects in the accounting system, including cost codes, budgets, contracts, and billing terms
Maintain accurate job cost reporting, including labor, materials, equipment, subcontractors, and overhead allocations
Monitor project budgets vs. actuals and support forecasting and cost‑to‑complete reviews
Track committed costs and ensure proper alignment with project budgets
Prepare and process monthly progress billings (AIA, T&M, unit rate, or milestone-based as applicable)
Track and bill approved change orders, ensuring alignment with executed contracts
Assist with revenue recognition in accordance with company policy and construction accounting standards
Coordinate with Project Managers to resolve billing discrepancies or client questions
Review labor postings, material charges, equipment usage, and subcontractor invoices for accuracy and proper coding
Ensure compliance with contract requirements, lien laws, and retention provisions
Support audit requests related to project financials and job cost documentation
Assist with project closeout, including final billing, retention release tracking, and job cost reconciliation
Partner with Project Managers to provide clear financial insights and variance explanations
Prepare monthly project financial reports for internal leadership review
Support operations with data needed for forecasting, manpower planning, and cash flow analysis
Serve as a financial point of contact for assigned projects