Accountant, Financial Reporting, Cost Accountant

We are looking for an Accountant to support financial operations for a development and construction-focused organization in Texas. This contract opportunity has the potential to become permanent and is ideal for an accounting specialist who is comfortable managing project-driven financial activity, maintaining accurate records under accrual accounting, and contributing to a timely close process. The role offers the chance to work closely with operational teams while helping ensure reliable reporting, cost visibility, and financial accuracy in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:
• Oversee day-to-day accounting activity by maintaining accurate records and ensuring transactions are recorded in line with accrual-based accounting standards.
• Prepare journal entries, update the general ledger, and complete account reconciliations to support accurate monthly financial reporting.
• Contribute to month-end and year-end close activities by reviewing balances, resolving discrepancies, and finalizing supporting schedules.
• Monitor project financial performance by analyzing job costs, tracking budgets, and evaluating profitability across active work.
• Support construction-related accounting processes, including work-in-progress reporting, draw tracking, and cost allocation for projects.
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit card activity, and key balance sheet accounts to maintain clean and dependable financial data.
• Produce internal financial reports and assist with budget-versus-actual reviews to help leadership understand operational results.
• Work with project managers and operations partners to verify cost coding, review invoices, and ensure vendor and subcontractor documentation is complete.
• Assist with audit readiness and help uphold internal controls, financial procedures, and compliance standards.