Project Accountant

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$75,000 - $90,000 per year | Sacramento, CA | On-Site | Permanent

Based in Sacramento, CA, we are an industry leading general contractor specializing in commercial, retail, institutional, and industrial construction. With over 65 years in business, we are in urgent need of experienced project professionals to manage and ensure every stage of the construction process is on track.

In this role you will work with the Sr. Project Manager, Project Executive & Operations Manager, and will be responsible for construction accounting functions, including accounts payable processing, preliminary notices and lien releases, contract compliance, and accounts receivable using AIA billing documentation.

Do you want to make a true impact within the construction market and build a career doing it?

• Industry leading salaries
• Extensive benefits package
• Training & growth opportunities & reimbursed educational assistance

We are seeking a seasoned construction project accountant with hands‑on experience in Sage 300/Timberline, Timber Scan, and Procore.

• Process accounts payable, including preliminary notices, lien releases, and subcontractor compliance tracking.
• Manage accounts receivable and prepare/submit AIA Owner Billings (G702/G703).
• Maintain accurate project cost records and ensure proper job cost allocations.
• Coordinate with project managers, subcontractors, and clients to support project financial operations.
• Monitor contract compliance, insurance requirements, and project documentation.
• Support sales tax exemption procedures, particularly for tribal projects, when applicable.
• Support sales tax material reporting for district tax, when applicable.

• Minimum of 5 years of construction accounting experience in a general contractor or subcontractor environment.
• Strong hands‑on experience with Sage 300/Timberline, Timber Scan, and Procore.
• Experience preparing and processing AIA Owner Billings G702/G703.
• Knowledge of subcontractor compliance requirements, lien waivers, and preliminary notices.
• Experience with tribal projects and understanding of sales tax exemption processes is highly preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with subcontractors, clients, and coworkers.

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