Construction Project Accountant Job at Robert Half (Waterbury)

Senior Project Accountant

The Senior Project Accountant will manage project accounting for projects averag...

Location

United States , San Diego

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

5+ years of project accounting experience, including POC and WIP reporting
1+ year of general ledger close experience, including the hands-on preparation and posting of journal entries, preferably for an AEC company
Experience with AIA Billings highly valued

Job Responsibility

Ensure accuracy and compliance in all accounting-related functions for assigned projects
Provide guidance and support to project teams with complex accounting-related questions or needs
Prepare and assist in interim and year-end external audits, ensuring thorough and accurate records
Establish and maintain excellent working relationships with other business partners, including Project Managers, to ensure compliance with accounting policies, procedures, and controls
Understand and review owner contracts for accounting-related tasks and responsibilities
Review and track Preliminary notices and ensure subcontractor compliance with document requirements
Process subcontractor payments in a timely manner and ensure adherence to month-end and quarterly deadlines
Develop and enhance project accounting processes, identifying and implementing improvements for efficiency and accuracy
Perform cost coding and review the accuracy of vendor and subcontractor invoices
Complete month-end and year-end closing procedures, including preparation of complex journal entries, financial analysis, and respective account reconciliations

What we offer

Work-life balance with three days remote work on average
Medical insurance
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
Life and disability insurance
Eligibility to enroll in company 401(k) plan

Fulltime

Project Accountant

A Project Accountant is responsible for managing the financial aspects of indivi...

Location

United States , San Jose

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Construction or general contractor industry experience
Job cost, project cost experience
AR, client billing, contract review
Experience with Procore and American Contractor preferred
Team player, flexible personality, willing to learn

Job Responsibility

Manage all accounting related functions for multiple projects throughout the project’s lifecycle
Review project contracts to identify and ensure adherence to all job requirements, including invoicing, payment terms, insurance, labor compliance, etc.
Process job documentation including change orders, insurance certificates, preliminary lien notices, warranties, and owner manuals
Work closely with operations team to ensure accurate and timely submission of client invoices and collection of receivables
Overseeing and entering accurate and timely job costs against budget, including payroll, material, subcontractor, and other miscellaneous expenses
Correspond with vendors and subcontractors on issues including invoicing, issue resolutions, waiver collection, etc.
Foster and promote working relationships with suppliers and subcontractors
Generate reports related to Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Contract Status, Job Costs, etc.
Providing support during month, quarter, and year-end close
Complete other related duties as assigned or as needed

What we offer

medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan

Fulltime

Construction Accountant

We are looking for an experienced Construction Accountant to join our team in Al...

Location

United States , Albuquerque

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting or a related field
Proficiency in month-end closing procedures and general ledger management
Strong knowledge of journal entries and account reconciliation processes
Experience with bank reconciliations and cash management
Skilled in project accounting, including billing and revenue tracking
Familiarity with sales tax processes and compliance requirements
Advanced proficiency in Sage software and other accounting tools
Ability to deliver accurate financial reporting and analysis to support organizational goals

Job Responsibility

Prepare and manage monthly and quarterly financial closings with accuracy and efficiency
Maintain and reconcile the general ledger, ensuring all journal entries are properly documented
Oversee accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely processing and compliance with policies
Perform regular reconciliations of bank accounts and monitor cash balances to ensure liquidity
Handle project accounting tasks, including billing, revenue management, and subcontractor compliance
Generate financial reports and provide insights to support business decisions
Manage sales tax processes, including preparation, filing, and compliance
Utilize Sage software to streamline accounting operations and improve workflow
Track and report on cash management activities to support financial planning

What we offer

medical
vision
dental
life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Fulltime

Project Accountant

This position offers the opportunity to work for a national industry leader as w...

Location

United States , Burlington

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree with Accounting or Finance Concentration
3+ years of experience in construction and/or manufacturing industries
AIA billing experience required
Proficiency in MS Excel, accounting systems and construction project management software required
Familiarity with labor cost allocation, material costs, and subcontractor management
Excellent attention to detail with strong organizational and analytical skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills

Job Responsibility

Track and allocate project costs, ensuring accuracy in expense recording and cost of goods sold
Support in the development of project budgets and forecasts
Monitor budget variances and provide recommendations for corrective actions
Collaborate with project managers and cross-functional teams to ensure timely cost allocation and resolution of discrepancies
Prepare and process progress billing according to project contracts and payment schedules
Ensure billing includes all project milestones, materials, labor, and necessary adjustments
Reconcile work completed, costs incurred, and billing rates in coordination with project managers
Prepare and submit client invoices, ensuring all documentation is accurate and comprehensive
Assist in preparing monthly financial reports on project performance, including cost-to-completion estimates and revenue recognition
Provide project managers and leadership with timely, accurate financial insights to support decision-making

What we offer

medical
vision
dental
life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Fulltime

Senior Project Accountant

As a Senior Project Accountant, you will be primarily handling the financial asp...

Location

United States , San Diego

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proficiency in Construction Accounting
Demonstrated ability in performing Variance Analysis
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

Job Responsibility

Conducting variance analysis for each construction project and preparing Year To Date budget files
Handling the submission of construction draws for multiple construction projects
Assisting in the completion of forecasts for Project Managers
Tracking contracts and maintaining contract logs for ongoing projects
Using the Great Plains Accounting Software proficiently to input contracts in Purchasing and Project Accounting modules
Managing the posting of intercompany journal entries, tracking cash movements for book transfers, and facilitating wire requests
Providing support to corporate accountants with accruals and assistance during yearly audits
Working closely with Development and Construction Managers, providing them with payment status, development and construction reports
Running month-end reports for construction and development projects

What we offer

medical
vision
dental
life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Fulltime

Senior Project Accountant / Sr. Financial Analyst

Large and rapidly growing construction and engineering firm is seeking a Senior ...

Location

United States , Tysons Corner

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelors degree in Accounting related area of study
4+ years Project Accounting or Project Finance within a Construction, Engineering, Government Contracting or similar industry
Excel proficiency to include pivot tables and VLOOKUPs
Strong aptitude with history of showing ability to learn and apply new concepts
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Job Responsibility

Project Cost Control
Collaborate with project management team to create accurate budgets and manpower forecast for multi-year construction projects
Monitor and control indirect costs by performing budget to actual variance analysis weekly, identifying and eliminating root cause for variances
Establish accurate cash flow forecast to ensure the project is cash positive for the duration
Ensure accurate and timely complex multi-million-dollar billing submission on monthly basis
Project Procurement Planning
Lead procurement planning effort for the project
Work closely with project management team to develop detailed procurement plan for the project after award ensuring compliance and logistics are included
Help project team procure the job according to plan
Perform monthly analysis of actual bought vs. plan

What we offer

medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Fulltime

Senior Project Accountant

A high-end firm in Chicago has created a new Senior Project Accountant position ...

Location

United States , Chicago

Salary:

90000.00 - 110000.00 USD / Year

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related degree
2+ years of related experience or equivalent.
Experience in construction industry is preferred.
Must be proficient with Microsoft Office and have a strong technical aptitude.
Knowledge of construction/accounting-related software a plus.
CMiC experience is preferred.
Construction/Development experience a plus.

Job Responsibility

Will support project teams with timely, accurate and meaningful financial information.
Responsible for preparation of monthly payment requests, coordination of all subcontractors change orders, payments, contracts and waivers/affidavits.
Review project budget and cost for accuracy.
Analyze budget variances and potential fee changes.
Assist in positive cash flow while meeting accounting standards and best practices.

What we offer

Medical insurance
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
401(k) plan.

Fulltime

Manager of Project Accounting

This is a ground floor opportunity for a talented Manager of Project Accounting ...

Location

United States , Arlington, VA

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

5 or more years of progressive experience in accounting with demonstrated technical GAAP skills
Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance or related field
CPA designation desired
Proven experience with a large ERP system
Prior experience within a Big 4/National public accounting firm is a plus
Experience with large project accounting, construction accounting or the energy sector is a plus

Job Responsibility

Work closely with field operations, project managers as well as the corporate accounting team and be a key contributor to the month end and year end accounting close as well as financial reporting
Ensure all aspects of the company's construction and capital projects and fixed assets are recorded accurately and timely as required by GAAP
Prepare journal entries including monthly accruals, adjusting entries and complex entries to support complex projects and related transactions
Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations for accounts assigned and related account schedules
Assist with the external audit process and provide supporting schedules and requested information to support the year end external audit and quarterly reviews
Support management with the development of key accounting processes as well as design of internal controls
As a part of a team, assist with system implementations and related technology projects
Work effectively between project operations teams and the corporate accounting team to maintain information flow and hit reporting deadlines
Perform ad hoc projects for management as assigned

What we offer

medical benefits
other robust benefits

Fulltime

Construction Project Accountant

Robert Half

Location:
United States , Waterbury

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Job Description:

Job Responsibility:

Requirements:

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
March 13, 2026

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