Senior Project Accountant
Job in
Troy, Oakland County, Michigan, 48083, USA
Listed on 2026-08-09
Listing for:
Specialized Recruiting Group - Livonia
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-08-09
Job specializations:
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Accounting
Financial Reporting, Financial Controller, Financial Analyst
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Help Build the Finance Function of a Growing Construction Company
We're partnering with an established and growing heavy civil construction contractor seeking a Project Accountant / Controller to lead its accounting operations.
This is more than a traditional accounting role. You'll work directly with ownership, help improve financial reporting, support strategic growth initiatives, and play an instrumental role in building the company's accounting infrastructure as revenue continues to grow.
What You'll Do- Prepare monthly financial statements
- Manage WIP schedules and Percentage of Completion accounting
- Perform job costing and project financial analysis
- Review contracts and subcontractor agreements
- Assist with month-end close and year-end reporting
- Partner with an outside CPA firm
- Improve accounting processes and internal controls
- Support a future migration from Quick Books to Sage
- Collaborate closely with ownership on financial strategy and operational decisions
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting preferred
- Construction accounting experience strongly preferred
- Experience with:
- WIP reporting
- Job costing
- Percentage of Completion accounting
- Financial statement preparation
- Sage experience is a plus
- Someone who enjoys working in a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment where they can make a meaningful impact
- Blue Cross Blue Shield benefits
- 401(k)
- Additional earning opportunity through seasonal overtime
- Work directly with company ownership
- High visibility and influence
- Growing organization with significant long-term potential
- Opportunity to help build and modernize the accounting function
- Excellent role for someone looking to grow into a senior finance leadership position while remaining hands-on
Position Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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