Project Accountant

Live Oak Contracting • Jacksonville, FL

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About The Position

Live Oak Contracting is seeking a detail-oriented Project Accountant to support the financial organization and performance of multifamily and commercial construction projects. The role works closely with Finance and Operations teams and supports projects from startup through closeout, maintaining accurate financial records and helping project teams address billing, cost, and documentation issues.

Requirements

• High school diploma required.
• At least 2 years of related construction experience.
• Working knowledge of GAAP principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify discrepancies and understand job cost variances.
• Clear, professional communication skills and ability to build positive working relationships with project teams, clients, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage deadlines while maintaining accurate records.

Nice To Haves

• Multifamily construction experience.
• Experience with construction accounting software such as Sage 300, Viewpoint, or Procore.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day job cost accounting for assigned construction projects, including entering contracts, subcontracts, approved budgets, and change orders.
• Review, cost code, obtain approvals for, and enter invoices; support weekly check runs and monthly client and subcontractor pay applications.
• Prepare and track lien waivers and other required payment documentation, including final lien waivers during project close-out.
• Generate and distribute monthly job cost reports, monitor budget performance, and help identify and explain cost variances.
• Respond promptly to subcontractor and vendor inquiries, monitor special payment terms, and manage joint check agreements.
• Support multi-state sales tax reporting and compliance with applicable labor standards.
• Maintain accurate electronic project records and collaborate with project teams to resolve billing, cost, and documentation issues.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED