Project Accountant

Deerfield Beach, FL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 2 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Project Accountant

Industry: Commercial Construction High-End Restaurant Projects
Location: Deerfield Beach Florida

The Opportunity

A nationally recognized commercial general contractor specializing in high-end hospitality construction is seeking a Project Accountant to support the financial management of multiple construction projects.

This role plays a key role in ensuring accurate project billing subcontractor payments and financial reporting while working closely with project managers and leadership to track project financial progress.

Reporting to the Controller the Project Accountant will work closely with Project Managers Project Executives and accounting leadership to ensure projects remain financially organized compliant and on track.

The Role

Based in the Deerfield Beach office the Project Accountant will support multiple projects simultaneously and ensure the accurate management of financial documentation billing processes and project cost tracking.

Project Accounting & Financial Tracking

Set up and maintain project financial records and documentation for assigned projects
Input project contract information budgets purchase orders and change orders into the accounting system
Track project financial performance through reporting and analysis
Monitor financial progress to ensure compliance with company and contractual guidelines
Support month-end close activities related to project accounts receivable and payable

Billing & Accounts Payable

Prepare project billing worksheets to support the creation of monthly AIA billings
Generate owner billings and ensure timely submission
Process job-related invoices and accounts payable
Review and approve project-related check requests
Review overhead statements to confirm job-related invoices are properly recorded and processed

Project Coordination & Documentation

Attend project turnover meetings and monthly project review meetings
Maintain electronic project folders including owner documents billing records and change orders
Coordinate closely with Project Managers Project Executives and Project Coordinators to resolve documentation or billing issues
Ensure project financial documentation is accurate organized and up to date

Reporting & Internal Support

Prepare and submit weekly Project Accountant checklists and financial updates to accounting leadership
Provide timely communication regarding any financial discrepancies or issues
Assist accounting leadership with special projects as needed
Support project closeout financial activities

What Were Looking For

5 years working as a Project Accountantfor a General Contractor
Associate degree in Accounting Finance or a related field preferred (or equivalent experience)
Experience working within the construction or general contracting industry strongly preferred
Strong understanding of project billing accounts payable and financial tracking
Proficiency in Excel including formulas pivot tables and financial reporting
Experience with ComputerEase preferred
Familiarity with Procore or similar construction management platforms is a plus
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Work Environment

Office-based role within a collaborative construction management environment
Moderate office noise due to open office layout
Requires extended periods of computer work and desk-based tasks
Schedule: Monday Friday 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
Supportive family-friendly culture with strong leadership involvement and team collaboration

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive salary: $/yrbased on experience
Comprehensive benefits package
Opportunity to grow within a stable nationally recognized construction organization

Search Process

This search is being conducted in partnership with ezHIRE. Qualified candidates with relevant construction accounting or project accounting experience are encouraged to apply through the ezHIRE portal.

Project AccountantIndustry: Commercial Construction High-End Restaurant ProjectsLocation: Deerfield Beach FloridaThe OpportunityA nationally recognized commercial general contractor specializing in high-end hospitality construction is seeking a Project Accountant to support the financial management...