Project Accountant

Position SummaryThis company provides comprehensive exterior hard-surface solutions to a diverse portfolio of commercial and industrial client. They are well established, with offices located in multi-states.The Project Accountant is responsible for managing project financial activities, including job costing, customer billing, accounts payable and receivable, and financial reporting. This role works closely with project managers, operations teams, and field personnel to monitor project costs, maintain accurate financial records, and support profitability across commercial construction and pavement maintenance projects.The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and experienced in project-based accounting, with the ability to support multiple projects and locations while contributing to efficient operations and cost-effective customer solutions.Key ResponsibilitiesProject Accounting: Track project costs, maintain budgets and cost codes, monitor expenditures, and prepare job cost reports and budget-to-actual analyses.Billing and Collections: Prepare accurate customer invoices, verify completed work and supporting documentation, monitor accounts receivable, and follow up on overdue payments.Accounts Payable: Review and process vendor and subcontractor invoices, verify expenses, and ensure costs are allocated to the correct projects.Financial Analysis: Monitor project revenue, costs, and gross margins; identify cost variances, unbilled work, and opportunities to improve profitability.Contract Administration: Maintain project contracts, purchase orders, and change orders, ensuring additional work is properly documented and billed.Financial Reporting: Assist with month-end close, account reconciliations, accruals, work-in-progress reporting, and project financial statements.Operational Support: Collaborate with project managers, estimators, and operations teams to provide timely financial information and support project cost control.Process Improvement: Maintain accurate records, follow internal controls, and identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and reporting across multiple locations.QualificationsDegree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.5+ years of accounting experience in construction, paving, maintenance, or another project-based industry.Experience with job costing, project billing, accounts payable and receivable, and financial reporting.Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Sage or similar erp system is required.Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and work effectively with both accounting and field operations teams.Strong attention to detail and financial accuracy.Strong understanding of project costs and profitability.Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration.Proactive approach to resolving discrepancies and improving processes.Work EnvironmentPrimarily office-based, with regular interaction with project managers and field operations teams.