Project Accountant Job at Robert Half (Agoura Hills)

Project Accountant

Robert Half

Location:
United States , Agoura Hills

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

Not provided

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Job Description:

We are looking for a detail-oriented Project Accountant to support the financial administration of construction projects in Agoura Hills, California. This role focuses on establishing projects correctly at the outset, maintaining reliable cost records, and ensuring billing and payment activity aligns with contract terms. The ideal candidate brings strong project accounting experience, exercises sound judgment with financial documentation, and works effectively with project teams, vendors, and clients to keep reporting accurate and timely.

Job Responsibility:

Examine contract documents to determine billing terms, retention provisions, insurance obligations, and accounting considerations before project launch
Configure new projects in QuickBooks Online and Procore with the appropriate cost structure, billing setup, markup rules, and tracking elements needed for accurate reporting
Record and maintain current project financial activity by reviewing and posting invoices, subcontractor charges, employee reimbursements, and card transactions with proper support and coding
Investigate discrepancies such as incorrect coding, missing documentation, or questionable charges, and partner with project staff and vendors to resolve issues promptly
Compare labor and project spending against budgets and billing assumptions, flag emerging overruns, and help project managers address changes through updates and approvals
Administer accounts payable for assigned projects by confirming invoice accuracy, securing approvals, and coordinating payments based on contractual obligations and project priorities
Prepare monthly client invoices under cost-plus agreements, assemble required backup, track reimbursable items and retention, and submit billing within required deadlines and formats
Monitor potential and approved change orders to ensure they are documented, reflected in financial records, and included in billing at the appropriate time
Assist with month-end activities by reconciling project costs, receivables, billings, and retention balances, while supporting accruals, journal entries, reporting, audits, and related financial requests

Requirements:

Experience in project accounting, preferably within construction or a project-driven environment
Working knowledge of contract review, project billing, retention, change order tracking, and revenue recognition practices
Proficiency with QuickBooks Online and Procore for project setup, transaction processing, and financial monitoring
Strong ability to review financial documentation for accuracy, completeness, approvals, and proper coding
Understanding of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and accrual-based accounting concepts
Ability to identify cost variances, billing issues, and financial risks early and communicate them clearly to stakeholders
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and competing payment priorities
Effective written and verbal communication skills for collaborating with project teams, clients, and vendors

What we offer:

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

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 03, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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