Project Accountant

Aston Carter•Seattle, WA

6d•$33 - $41•Onsite

About The Position

Project Accountant (Construction & Public Works) 📍 Seattle, WA | 100% Onsite 💲 $33.00-$40.50/hr | Contract-to-Hire Join a Growing Industry Leader in Construction Are you a construction accounting professional looking for a long-term opportunity with a stable, growing organization? We're seeking a Project Accountant to support high-profile construction and public works projects while partnering closely with Project Managers, Accounting, and Operations teams. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex projects, gain exposure to large-scale public works construction, and grow your career with a company known for its strong reputation, financial stability, and commitment to employee development.

Requirements

3+ years of construction accounting or project accounting experience
Experience with public works projects
Strong Accounts Payable and project billing experience
Knowledge of job costing, lien releases, retention, and progress billings
Advanced Excel skills, including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUPs
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously

Nice To Haves

JD Edwards experience
Textura or Procore experience
Certified payroll and union payroll experience
Experience working with contractors and subcontractors
Bachelor's degree in Accounting (or equivalent experience)

Responsibilities

Manage project accounting activities across multiple active construction projects
Process high-volume Accounts Payable and support Accounts Receivable functions
Prepare and support progress billings, retention tracking, and project reporting
Review subcontractor documentation, lien releases, and contract compliance requirements
Perform job costing analysis and reconcile project financial data
Process weekly union payroll and certified payroll reporting
Support month-end close activities, journal entries, and account reconciliations
Partner with Project Managers to monitor project budgets, costs, and financial performance
Assist with audits and financial reporting requirements
Utilize JD Edwards, Textura, Procore, and Excel to manage project financials