Project Accountant

Description

Robert Half is currently recruiting for an established and reputable construction company in Naples, FL is seeking an experienced Project Accountant to join our growing team. This role plays a critical part in ensuring accurate financial reporting, seamless project accounting, and strong collaboration with project management teams.

We are looking for a detail‑oriented, organized accounting professional with construction industry experience and strong job‑costing knowledge.

Responsibilities:

Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable

+ Process full‑cycle accounts payable, including invoice entry, coding, and routing for approval.

+ Handle full‑cycle accounts receivable, including generating invoices and posting cash receipts.

Project & Job Cost Accounting

+ Manage full‑cycle job costing, from new project setup through job close‑out.

+ Review, verify, and enter subcontractor AIA pay applications.

+ Prepare and submit AIA billings to project owners.

+ Track and record Notices to Owner and ensure compliance with project requirements.

Contracts & Compliance

+ Process subcontractor and owner contracts, including amendments and change orders.

+ Process subcontractor payments and prepare/releases of lien.

+ Track and update Certificates of Insurance for subcontractors.

+ Assist with Workers' Compensation and General Liability audits.

Financial Reporting & Close Support

+ Support month‑end and year‑end close, including:

+ Balance sheet account reconciliations

+ Work‑in‑Progress (WIP) schedules

+ Percentage‑of‑completion reporting

+ Prepare loan draw requests for developer entities and submit to lenders.

Cross‑Department Collaboration

+ Work closely with Project Managers, superintendents, and internal staff to ensure accurate, timely project accounting.

+ Assist real estate agents with purchase contracts for prospective buyers of developer entities.

Systems & Administrative Support

+ Maintain Community Management Systems (CMS) software.

+ Prepare contract addendums, coordinate buyer signatures, and process related payments.

+ Track, process, and reconcile escrow deposits.

For immediate consideration, please reach out to Derek Slowinski (Vice President/Practice Director) on Linked In or contact him at .

Requirements

+ 3+ years of accounting experience, preferably in construction, real estate development, or related industries.

+ Strong understanding of job costing, AIA billing, and construction draw processes.

+ Proficiency with accounting software; experience with CMS or construction management systems is a plus.

+ Solid knowledge of lien releases, COIs, and construction billing workflows.

+ Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

+ Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with operational teams.

For immediate consideration, please reach out to Derek Slowinski (Vice President/Practice Director) on Linked In or contact him at .

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