Project Accountant

Job Description

DPR Construction is seeking a project accountant with at least 3 years of cost and/or commercial construction accounting experience. The role is responsible for day‑to‑day accounting of project financials and other duties in a growing construction office. Project accountants work closely with all members of the regional office team (including project managers, engineers, superintendents and field office coordinators).

• Project job cost accounting including preparation of owner draws, collection of payments, and subcontractor compliance.
• Creation and analysis of financial reports.
• Journal entries and job costs for projects.
• Assisting with strategic planning/forecasting of project financials.
• Risk management and notice to owner (NTO) tracking.
• Cash management and reporting.
• Assisting with project audits.
• Support operations staff.
• Assisting corporate staff with other duties on an as‑needed basis.
• Review owner contracts to understand accounting requirements.

• Excellent listening skills and strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to identify, analyze and resolve complex issues.
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office applications and in accounting cost management software (CMiC or similar).
• 3+ years of experience as a cost accountant, preferably within the construction industry.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field or CCIFP.
• A strong work ethic and a “can‑do anything” attitude.

This position is paid on an hourly basis.

DPR is an equal‑opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions at DPR are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical or mental disability, HIV status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, medical history or genetic information, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.

DPR will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Read more in our EEOE Policy.