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Project Accountant

United States, Phoenix Employment contract · Job Posted May 16, 2026
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We are looking for a detail-oriented Project Accountant to join a growing team in Phoenix, Arizona. This contract-to-permanent position is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced construction environment, supporting project billing and financial coordination across a high volume of active accounts. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to day-to-day accounting operations while building experience alongside project managers and an established accounting team.

Job Responsibility

  • Manage project billing activities for a large portfolio of active commercial accounts, ensuring invoices are prepared accurately and submitted on time.
  • Process customer billings through QuickBooks Online and external general contractor portals used for construction projects.
  • Track changes to project scope, added materials, and billing updates so invoices reflect current project activity.
  • Support accounts receivable efforts by monitoring submitted invoices, maintaining billing records, and following established documentation procedures.
  • Partner with project managers to gather project details, validate billable items, and resolve billing discrepancies.
  • Assist with construction-related accounting tasks, including financial review, project cost tracking, and backlog reporting.
  • Coordinate monthly billing for recurring project services, including contract fencing and other ongoing work.
  • Contribute to accounting team operations by helping organize financial data and supporting future platform-related process updates as needed.

Requirements

  • Experience with project accounting, project coordination, billing, or construction-related accounting activities.
  • Working knowledge of accounts receivable processes and invoice management in a high-volume environment.
  • Familiarity with QuickBooks Online and the ability to learn contractor billing portals and related systems.
  • Understanding of core accounting functions, including financial recordkeeping, reconciliation, and transaction review.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines across numerous active projects.
  • Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate with project managers and accounting team members.
  • Background in accounting software systems such as ADP, Costpoint, Deltek, Deltek Vision, or similar platforms is helpful.
  • Degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
  • entry-level candidates with relevant skills are encouraged to apply.

Nice to have

Background in accounting software systems such as ADP, Costpoint, Deltek, Deltek Vision, or similar platforms is helpful.

What we offer

  • Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance (for contract/temporary professionals)
  • Enrollment in company 401(k) plan (for hired contract/temporary professionals)
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