Project Accountant Job at Robert Half (Houston)

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Project Accountant

As a Project Accountant, you will be responsible for the entire life cycle of pr...

Location

United States , Greenville

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred
2+ years of experience in project accounting or a related accounting role
Working knowledge of job costing and project expense tracking
Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft 365, specifically Outlook and Excel
Ability to manage various recurring deadlines and maintain accuracy in a fast-paced setting
Strong attention to detail, organization, and follow-through across multiple priorities
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Job Responsibility

Adhere to and promote the company policies, safety standards, and Mission Statement of Veranda Homes
Represent the company professionally in all internal and external interactions and communications
Review, code, and enter daily project related transactions, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
Research discrepancies and resolve issues both internally and externally in a timely manner
Maintain accurate and organized financial records and documentation in all project related areas from startup to closeout, ensure adherence to internal controls, and compliance with financial regulations and standards
Monitor project costs across active jobs, ensuring budgets, committed spending, deposits, and draws are tracked correctly
Work with ownership, field personnel, office staff, and vendors to keep financial and project information accurate, timely, and aligned
Prepare and distribute project reports and analyses for management review
Assist in month-end and year-end closing activities and reconciliations related to projects, as well as year-end 1099 reporting
Process and manage lot specific expenses, specifically all utility transactions daily and real estate property tax transactions annually

What we offer

Medical
Vision
Dental
Life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Fulltime

New

Project Accountant

We are looking for a detail-oriented Project Accountant to support construction ...

Location

United States , Austin

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Experience in project accounting within construction or a closely related project-based environment
Strong working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, accruals, and month-end close procedures
Hands-on experience with job costing, budget tracking, and construction billing practices, including AIA billing
Proficiency with CMiC software and Microsoft Excel for financial analysis, reporting, and record management
Understanding of construction accounting principles and familiarity with US GAAP
Ability to manage multiple deadlines while maintaining accuracy in a fast-paced setting
Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with project teams and leadership

Job Responsibility

Partner with project managers and project engineers to oversee financial activity across active construction jobs, ensuring costs and documentation remain current and accurate
Process accounts payable, accounts receivable, employee expenses, and related project transactions throughout the full accounting cycle
Prepare and submit monthly construction billings, including contract-based invoicing and AIA-style billing documentation as required
Monitor job budgets, analyze project costs, and maintain job costing records to support financial visibility and operational decision-making
Track and manage project-related compliance items such as insurance certificates, bonds, and lien waivers to support billing and contract requirements
Reconcile accruals and assist with month-end close activities by reviewing project financial data and resolving discrepancies on schedule
Generate and distribute financial and project reports to leadership, providing clear updates on billing, cost performance, and outstanding items
Maintain accurate records within CMiC and support project accounting workflows to ensure timely reporting and consistent data integrity

What we offer

Medical insurance
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
Life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Fulltime

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Project Accountant

Location

United States , Washington

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

1-2+ years of accounting experience
Knowledge of US GAAP
Proficient with Microsoft Excel
Perform well in team setting

Job Responsibility

Prepare monthly financial reports
Prepare appropriate journal entries
Reconcile various balance sheet accounts
Research real estate accounting principles
Ensure company is in compliance with regulatory agencies

What we offer

health benefits
great opportunities for growth
medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

New

Project Accountant

We are looking for a Project Accountant to support financial management across a...

Location

United States , New York

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Experience in project accounting, preferably within construction, architecture, engineering, or a related project-driven industry
Strong knowledge of budget management, cost tracking, and financial reporting for project-based work
Advanced Excel skills, including the ability to build and manage detailed financial analyses
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the confidence to interact with project managers and senior stakeholders
Familiarity with Deltek or Ajera is strongly preferred
Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field is preferred

Job Responsibility

Manage the accounting activities for assigned project portfolios, ensuring costs, billing, and revenue details are recorded accurately and on time
Partner with project managers to evaluate financial performance, monitor spending against plan, and identify risks or variances that require attention
Prepare and review project budgets, forecasts, and ongoing financial reports to support informed business decisions
Lead regular financial discussions with project leadership, presenting updates on project status, profitability, and key accounting metrics
Work closely with senior leaders, partners, and operational teams to resolve financial questions and maintain alignment on project objectives
Maintain strong oversight of project data within accounting systems, including support for firms using Deltek or Ajera platforms
Develop and refine spreadsheet-based analyses and reporting tools to improve visibility into project costs and budget trends

What we offer

Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
401(k) plan
Free online training
Access to top jobs
Competitive compensation and benefits

New

Project Accountant

Location

United States , Kenosha

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related discipline, or comparable relevant experience
At least 3 years of experience in billing, accounting, or a combination of both
Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a high-volume environment
Clear written and verbal communication skills for working with clients and cross-functional teams
Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively in a collaborative setting
Intermediate Excel skills, including the use of formulas, data validation, and reconciliations
Familiarity with computerized billing systems
experience with platforms such as JD Edwards or AS400 is beneficial but not required

Job Responsibility

Manage daily billing workflow by reviewing billing queues, notes, and supporting information needed to generate invoices
Create and process customer invoices in alignment with client requirements and established internal standards
Verify billing records for accuracy and completeness before invoices are released to customers
Examine reports, account details, and ledger activity to identify inconsistencies and raise issues when follow-up is required
Contribute to month-end close tasks by assisting with accrual entries, account reconciliations, and related reporting
Review unbilled accounts receivable and other billing-related data to improve invoice accuracy and support cash flow visibility
Address billing questions from internal stakeholders and clients with timely, clear communication
Maintain organized billing documentation and help strengthen procedures and internal controls across the billing process
Partner with internal teams and offshore resources to keep invoicing schedules on track and meet service expectations

What we offer

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

Project Accountant

We are looking for a Project Accountant to support the financial oversight of ac...

Location

United States , New York

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required
2–5 years of accounting experience required, with construction industry experience required
Experience with CMiC and Textura is a plus
Strong understanding of project billing, subcontractor payments, job cost processes, and construction documentation requirements
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Job Responsibility

Partner with the Accounting Manager to maintain accurate financial records and support day-to-day accounting operations for assigned construction projects
Review and process subcontractor invoices, general condition charges, and related payment documentation to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely disbursement
Coordinate with project teams to prepare and submit client billings across multiple jobs, helping ensure invoices are complete, accurate, and issued on schedule
Communicate with vendors, subcontractors, project staff, and other external stakeholders to collect and track required documentation such as lien waivers, insurance records, certified payrolls, and other contract-related materials
Monitor accounts receivable activity for assigned projects, including tracking outstanding balances, maintaining reports, and supporting collection follow-up as needed
Prepare project-level cash flow forecasts and update financial projections based on billing schedules, payment timing, and job cost activity
Provide accounting insight to project teams and senior leadership by reporting on financial status, cost detail, and project-related transactions
Perform reconciliations and maintain organized supporting records to help ensure the integrity of project accounting data and reporting
Assist with bookkeeping tasks related to project accounting, including transaction review and financial record maintenance within accounting systems such as QuickBooks

What we offer

Benefits available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan

Project Accountant

We are looking for a Project Accountant to support the financial administration ...

Location

United States , Bloomington

Salary:

85000.00 USD / Year

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Experience in project accounting, preferably in construction or project-based service environments
Working knowledge of budgeting, invoicing, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and project cost tracking
Ability to review financial transactions carefully and identify errors, omissions, or posting issues
Proficiency with business systems and collaboration tools, including D365 and SharePoint
Strong communication skills with the ability to coordinate effectively with project managers, finance teams, operational leaders, and clients
Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain organized financial documentation
High attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy in billing, reporting, and contract-related records

Job Responsibility

Establish new project records in the organization's system based on contract terms and business requirements, ensuring supporting documentation is properly maintained and accessible
Review financial activity from time entry, expense submissions, payables, and journal postings to verify accuracy and resolve discrepancies promptly
Assign appropriate accounting codes to project-related vendor costs within the accounts payable process to support accurate cost tracking
Track project budgets on an ongoing basis, notify project leaders of key spending thresholds, and coordinate change order documentation with internal teams and clients when updates are required
Launch billing activities in accordance with work-in-process guidelines, raising issues to the appropriate stakeholders when exceptions or delays arise
Process financial updates and transaction corrections requested by project managers to keep project reporting current and reliable
Prepare client invoices along with any required backup materials, and ensure billing packages are delivered accurately and on schedule
Follow outstanding receivables, partner with project leadership and collections teams to encourage prompt payment, and escalate overdue balances when necessary
Support the resolution of unapplied cash items and collaborate with finance to complete project closeout activities and other project-related accounting tasks

What we offer

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

Fulltime

Project Accountant

We are looking for a Project Accountant to support the financial oversight of co...

Location

United States , Lexington

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience in project accounting, preferably supporting construction or project-based environments
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strong accuracy and attention to detail
Solid understanding of account reconciliations, job cost reporting, and financial documentation practices
Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with project teams and accounting stakeholders

Job Responsibility

Monitor project financial activity, including cost tracking, revenue recognition, invoicing, and budget performance across active assignments
Prepare and maintain accurate accounting records for construction projects while ensuring transactions are recorded in line with company and client requirements
Reconcile project accounts, review contract-related financial data, and investigate discrepancies to support timely month-end and project closeout processes
Partner with project managers and operational stakeholders to provide clear financial updates, forecast outcomes, and highlight risks affecting project profitability
Generate routine and ad hoc reports to support management visibility into project performance

What we offer

Medical
Vision
Dental
Life and disability insurance
401(k) plan
Free online training

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