Project Accountant – Construction Division

Siegman Forced Air Systems-posted about 1 month ago

Full-time • Mid Level

Westminster, MD

1-10 employees

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Schaefer Mechanical Services Inc. is a service-disabled veteran-owned plumbing and mechanical contractor serving Maryland with plans to expand into Pennsylvania. Since our founding in 1995, we've built a reputation for delivering high-quality plumbing construction, renovation, and maintenance services to multifamily, commercial, and senior living projects. Under new leadership since 2024—and with expanded demand for our work and ambitious growth goals—we are strengthening and growing our team to support the next chapter of our company’s development. We are hiring a Project Accountant to join our finance team and play a critical role in managing the financial health of our construction projects. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with construction accounting experience who thrives on accuracy, organization, and collaboration. You'll work closely with project managers, estimators, and leadership to ensure our projects are tracked, billed, and closed with precision and compliance.

Manage project cost accounting from contract setup through job cost cycle, progress billing, financial reporting, compliance, and project closeout
Prepare, review, and submit AIA progress payments, ensuring full compliance with contract terms and timelines
Manage MBE reporting and certified payroll in accordance with project requirements
Lead the preparation and analysis of monthly Work in Progress (WIP) reports, providing actionable insights on project profitability and financial health
Partner closely with project managers, estimators, and finance leadership to ensure accurate cost reporting and transparency across all active projects
Review subcontractor invoices, payments, and lien waivers to ensure proper documentation and timely processing
Manage accounts payable processing with accurate coding and cost allocation; track material pricing and update cost databases
Oversee bonds and project-specific permit/license renewals to maintain compliance and project continuity
Support financial planning initiatives and contribute to continuous improvement of accounting processes

3+ years of accounting experience, with at least 1+ year in the construction industry (required)
Familiarity with construction contracts, job costing, WIP reporting, and AIA progress billings
Experience with construction accounting practices and terminology
Detail-oriented with strong accuracy and thoroughness
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a paperless, cloud-based environment
Exceptional organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks effectively
Strong problem solver and analytical thinker
A degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred

Proficiency with Foundation accounting software is a plus

Competitive salary commensurate with experience
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Retirement plan options
Performance-based incentives tied to accuracy, billing timeliness, and project profitability
Company-supported training and certification opportunities to strengthen construction accounting and project financial skills
Professional development and training opportunities
Supportive, team-focused work environment with leadership invested in your growth

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