Senior Construction Accountant

Our client, a leading general contractor specializing in large-scale commercial projects, is seeking a Senior Project Accountant to support financial operations and ensure accurate, timely project reporting. This position plays a key role in coordinating billing, cost tracking, and project closeout activities while maintaining strong relationships with project managers and subcontractors. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

• Prepare and reconcile monthly owner billings in alignment with contract terms and project milestones.
• Review contracts to identify billing requirements and ensure compliance with financial procedures.
• Analyze and process job-related costs in accordance with internal control policies.
• Partner with project managers to coordinate billing, track job costs, and identify unbilled or late-billed items.
• Manage subcontractor payments and lien waivers, ensuring timely and accurate processing.
• Support job closeout, including final reconciliations, accruals, and profit/loss analysis.
• Monitor project cash flow and assist with forecasting as needed.
• Compile certified payroll reports and maintain subcontractor insurance compliance documentation.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve discrepancies and improve reporting efficiency.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• 3+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally in construction or project-based industries.
• Strong understanding of contract billing, job cost accounting, and WIP reporting.
• Proficiency with ERP or construction management software (e.g., Viewpoint, CMiC, Sage, or similar).
• Excellent attention to detail with strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining a collaborative team approach.
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan.