Project Accountant

Aston Carter•Seattle, WA

8d•$36 - $43•Onsite

About The Position

Our client, a well-established construction firm with over $4 billion in annual revenue, is expanding its Public Works division and is looking for a Project Accountant to support a growing portfolio of high-profile projects throughout the region. This is an excellent opportunity to join a company with a strong reputation, long-term stability, and an exciting growth trajectory in the public sector construction market. As a key member of the accounting team, you'll partner closely with Project Managers and Operations teams to ensure the financial success of multiple construction projects.

Requirements

3+ years of construction accounting experience
Experience with Construction AP/AR
Experience with Job costing
Experience with Progress billing
Experience with Lien releases
Experience with Public works projects
Experience with Union or certified payroll
ERP experience such as: JD Edwards (preferred), Sage / Timberline, Other major construction accounting systems
Advanced Excel skills including: Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, Financial reporting and analysis

Nice To Haves

Textura experience
B2GNow experience
Prevailing wage knowledge
Public works project accounting experience
Experience supporting multiple active projects simultaneously

Responsibilities

Manage high-volume Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable activities
Process union payroll and certified payroll reporting
Perform job costing, project reconciliations, and general ledger activities
Support month-end and year-end close processes
Review and prepare progress billings, retention documentation, and lien releases
Assist with audits, journal entries, financial reporting, and account reconciliations
Collaborate with project teams to monitor project financial performance
Utilize JD Edwards, Textura, Procore, and Excel to support project accounting functions
Handle subcontractor payment processing and public works reporting requirements