Project Accountant

Boyd Jones Construction•Omaha, NE

12d

About The Position

At Boyd Jones, we have over a century of construction expertise, but what truly sets us apart is our focus on people and communities. Every project we construct represents a story—of the individuals, organizations, and communities it will serve. We’re dedicated to innovation, collaboration, and delivering lasting spaces that make a difference. We are seeking a highly organized Construction Project Accountant with experience in commercial or civil construction to support the financial operations with ongoing and upcoming construction projects. This position will play a critical role in processing subcontractor invoices, tracking job costs and budgets, preparing owner billings, and ensuring overall financial accuracy throughout the project lifecycle. You’ll work closely with project managers, subcontractors, and accounting leadership to maintain financial control and drive project success. The ideal candidate will ensure accurate financial reporting, cost tracking, budgeting, and compliance with company and regulatory policies.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
3–5+ years of experience in construction accounting
Knowledge of project-based accounting, job costing, and percentage-of-completion (POC) revenue recognition
Proficient with accounting and project management tools such as Procore , Viewpoint Spectrum, or similar

Nice To Haves

Experience in renewable energy construction preferred
Experience in the financial oversight of utility-scale solar, wind, or energy storage projects preferred

Responsibilities

Develop, monitor, and update project budgets.
Track and analyze job costs, including labor, materials, subcontractors, and equipment across multiple sites
Work with operations on owner billings and invoicing, including progress billing, lien waivers, and retention tracking
Process and reconcile subcontractor/vendor pay applications, verifying compliance with contract terms
Assist project managers with change order tracking and integration into project budgets
Ensure compliance with internal accounting policies and applicable regulations and audit requirements
Collaborate with contract administrators and legal teams to monitor lien waivers, insurance certificates, and bonding
Reconcile project-related GL accounts and ensure timely month-end close
Maintain accurate and organized project financial records, contracts, and audit documentation
Ensure compliance with internal controls, contractual obligations, and industry regulations