0535 - Project Accountant
About The Position
The Project Accountant manages project billing, subcontractor payments, project-related accounts payable, and financial reporting for a commercial General Contractor. The role tracks the financial progress of assigned construction projects, maintains accurate accounting records, and ensures compliance with company policies and contractual requirements. It requires at least five years of Project Accountant experience working directly for a General Contractor and construction accounting experience gained in the United States; experience limited to subcontractor accounting does not qualify. The position is onsite in Deerfield Beach, Florida, Monday through Friday, and reports to the Controller. The Project Accountant works with project teams and accounting leadership across multiple projects, billing cycles, financial reporting, and month-end closing deadlines. The role has no supervisory responsibilities.
Requirements
- Associate degree or an equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience.
- At least five years of Project Accountant experience working directly for a General Contractor.
- Construction accounting experience gained in the United States; direct General Contractor accounting experience is required, and subcontractor-only experience does not qualify.
- Stable work history demonstrating employment longevity.
- Proficiency in ComputerEase.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, formulas, lookup functions, and INDEX functions.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word.
- Experience with AIA billing, construction project accounting, subcontractor payments, and financial reporting.
- Strong understanding of accounts payable and project financial management.
- Ability to read and interpret legal and contractual documents.
- Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects.
- Professional demeanor, sound judgment, and ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Strong teamwork and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work onsite Monday–Friday in Deerfield Beach, Florida.
Nice To Haves
- Experience using Procore.
Responsibilities
- Attend project turnover meetings for assigned jobs.
- Establish and maintain electronic project folders containing contracts, change orders, billings, and supporting documentation.
- Enter contract information, budgets, change orders, purchase orders, and subcontract modifications into ComputerEase.
- Prepare monthly project billing worksheets for Project Managers.
- Generate American Institute of Architects (AIA) billings for project owners.
- Review and approve project-related check requests.
- Process project-related accounts payable and subcontractor invoices.
- Review overhead statements to ensure project invoices are properly accounted for.
- Prepare weekly Project Accountant Checklists for the CFO and Controller.
- Post monthly accounts receivable and accounts payable activity for month-end closing.
- Attend monthly project review and closeout meetings.
- Communicate with Project Executives, Project Managers, and Project Coordinators to resolve outstanding issues.
- Monitor project financial activity and maintain accurate supporting records.
- Identify and promptly escalate financial or documentation concerns.
- Assist with special accounting projects and other accounting or business-related responsibilities as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
