Project Accountant

Iron Construction, Inc. is a leading commercial general contractor specializing in tenant improvements, commercial interiors, and bio-pharmaceutical construction. With a strong focus on private-sector projects, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality work in complex, fast-paced environments. Experience working for a commercial general contractor, particularly in managing high-tech, manufacturing, tenant improvement or life science projects—is essential to success in this role.

We are seeking an experienced Project Accountant with construction or project-based accounting experience to be responsible for the financial administration of assigned construction projects from start-up through closeout. This role works closely with Project Managers and operations teams by managing job cost reporting, owner billings, subcontractor payments, change orders, and project financial tracking. The ideal candidate has strong construction accounting experience, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects while ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.

Experience working with subcontractors and construction-related documentation such as change orders, project estimates, GMP billing and project financial reporting.

This position will also have responsibility for the company's accounting function, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, job costing, cash management, reconciliations, financial reporting, payroll accounting, 401(k), and coordination with the company's CPA and outside financial professionals.

This is a hands-on, standalone accounting leadership role with responsibility for the company's complete accounting function. The position does not currently have direct reports and is well suited for an experienced accounting professional who enjoys taking ownership of all aspects of accounting for a small, project-based company.

• Oversee project job costing, GMP billing, and coordination with Project Managers.
• Process subcontractor invoices and vendor invoices
• Prepare and submit owner billings/pay applications
• Track project costs and compare actual costs to budgets
• Monitor job cost reports and identify cost variances
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable for assigned projects
• Set up new projects and cost codes in the accounting system
• Monitor project costs, billing, receivables, and overall financial performance.
• Process subcontract agreements, change orders, and purchase orders
• Reconcile project-related accounts and resolve discrepancies
• Assist project managers with financial reporting and cost analysis
• Track retention, lien releases, and insurance compliance documents
• Prepare project financial reports and forecasts
• Maintain accurate project accounting records and documentation
• Coordinate with project managers, superintendents, subcontractors, and clients regarding financial matters
• Oversee daily accounting operations, including AP, AR, general ledger, and account reconciliations.
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes and financial reporting.
• Prepare and maintain cash-flow forecasts and assist with budgeting and financial planning.
• Coordinate payroll accounting and the accounting/reconciliation of 401(k) contributions.
• Maintain banking relationships and reconcile bank and credit accounts.
• Coordinate with the company's CPA, insurance providers, financial institutions, and other outside professionals.
• Maintain subcontractor and vendor financial documentation, including W-9s and insurance certificates.

• 7+ years of Construction accounting experience.
• Experience with job costing and project-based accounting.
• Experience supporting multiple construction projects…