CrawlJobs Logo

Project Accountant

United States, Santa Clara · Job Posted February 07, 2026
Apply Position
Job Link Share

Job Description

Oversee the financial aspects of large-scale capital projects. Play a pivotal part in managing project budgets, tracking costs, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. Work closely with cross-functional teams and contribute to the success of major infrastructure initiatives.

Job Responsibility

  • Manage the financial accounting lifecycle of large capital projects, from initiation to completion
  • Monitor and analyze project budgets, actual expenditures, commitments, and forecasts to identify variances
  • Prepare detailed monthly cost reports and financial summaries for internal stakeholders
  • Ensure proper classification of capital versus expense items in alignment with accounting standards and company policies
  • Review and process invoices from contractors and vendors with accuracy and timeliness
  • Support billing processes, including progress billing, milestone billing, and cost-plus invoicing
  • Maintain accurate records of work-in-progress, retainage, and project accruals
  • Collaborate on cash flow projections and funding requirements to support project operations
  • Partner with Project Managers to identify financial risks and implement cost-control measures
  • Provide documentation and insights for audits, ensuring compliance with contracts, internal controls, and regulatory standards

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in project accounting, ideally within large-scale capital or infrastructure projects
  • Proficiency in project cost controls and capital project accounting practices
  • Familiarity with accounting systems such as Procore, Oracle, NetSuite, or similar platforms
  • Advanced skills in Excel with strong analytical capabilities
  • Experience in industries such as energy, utilities, renewables, construction, or engineering is highly desirable
  • Certification in accounting (e.g., CPA, CMA) is a plus
  • Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively

Nice to have

  • Experience in industries such as energy, utilities, renewables, construction, or engineering is highly desirable
  • Certification in accounting (e.g., CPA, CMA) is a plus

What we offer

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

Looking for more opportunities?

Search for other job offers that match your skills and interests.

Similar Jobs for

Project Accountant

8 matching positions

Project Accountant

Are you ready for a career opportunity that values your skills while offering gr...
Location
Location
United States , Farmington
Salary
Salary:
Not provided
https://www.roberthalf.com Logo
Robert Half
Expiration Date
Until further notice
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree and/or 2–3 years of relevant experience
  • Construction experience with exposure to AIA owner billings and reporting forecasts of project costs is highly preferred
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite, and an Accounting software
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, or 2-3 years of relevant experience
  • Prior experience in the construction industry, particularly with owner billing and cost reporting, is preferred
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, and Excel
  • Familiarity with accounting software
  • experience with construction industry-specific software is a plus
  • Strong understanding of billing functions, job costing, and AIA billing procedures
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail to manage multiple tasks effectively
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • Contract Review and Project Setup
  • Owner Billings: Prepare monthly owner billings/requisitions and track progress to completion
  • Budget Collaboration: Partner with Project Managers to ensure budgets are accurately established
  • Cost Reporting: Manage the cost report process and provide assistance to Project Managers as needed
  • Accounting responsibilities under the Controller
What we offer
What we offer
  • Competitive Salaries and Structured Bonus Program
  • Reimbursement for select gym and fitness memberships to support your well-being
  • Work-Life Balance: Leave early Fridays and Flexibility to work from home once earned
  • medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan
  • Fulltime
Read More
Arrow Right

Project Accountant

We are looking for an entry-level Project Accountant to join a consulting firm o...
Location
Location
United States , New York
Salary
Salary:
Not provided
https://www.roberthalf.com Logo
Robert Half
Expiration Date
Until further notice
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related business discipline, or equivalent entry-level accounting experience
  • Exposure to project accounting, general accounting, or financial operations through work, internship, or academic experience
  • Familiarity with core accounting functions such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, and journal entry support
  • Ability to review contracts, organize financial details, and maintain accurate records across multiple active projects
  • Proficiency with Excel and comfort learning accounting or ERP platforms such as Oracle
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to work effectively in a cross-functional environment
  • Detail-oriented approach with the ability to manage deadlines and maintain accuracy in a fast-paced setting
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • Establish new projects in Oracle by reviewing contract details, entering financial data, and confirming budget and rate accuracy
  • Assist with pricing support, cost proposal preparation, and margin review to help ensure project financials are set up correctly from the start
  • Monitor project budgets over time, updating cost and revenue information as engagement details change
  • Track key financial components such as subcontractor spend, purchase orders, project costs, and recognized revenue
  • Examine subconsultant invoices and related backup to confirm charges are appropriate and aligned with project terms
  • Prepare and distribute financial reporting on labor performance, cost patterns, and overall project status to support decision-making
  • Partner with project managers and teams across Legal, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Billing, and Operations to provide forecasting updates and financial insight
  • Contribute to invoice preparation by gathering supporting documentation, assisting with adjustments, and helping align revenue recognition with project milestones
  • Complete project closeout activities by reconciling final budgets, validating ending costs, and supporting adherence to financial control requirements
What we offer
What we offer
  • Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan
  • Fulltime
Read More
Arrow Right

Project Accountant

We're seeking a Project Accountant to join a growing team in downtown Vancouver....
Location
Location
Canada , Vancouver
Salary
Salary:
60000.00 - 70000.00 CAD / Year
aplin.com Logo
Aplin
Expiration Date
Until further notice
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • 1 to 2 years of accounting experience.
  • Project-based industries experience such as environmental consulting, construction, or engineering
  • Diploma or degree in accounting
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • Prepare and manage project billing, including contract review and billing setup
  • Ensure all billable costs are properly captured and invoiced in accordance with agreements
  • Track and validate project costs including labour, materials, subcontractors, equipment, and change orders
  • Upload invoices to client portals or distribute them directly to clients as required
  • Create and maintain project setups within NetSuite and Suite Projects Pro
  • Work with Project Managers to align WIP billing with approved rates and contract terms
  • Record and process all AR payments in NetSuite and apply payments against outstanding customer balances accurately.
  • Assist Project Managers in reviewing employee timesheets for billing
  • Set up and maintain customer accounts in NetSuite
  • Update and synchronize project-related data such as tax codes and location details in project systems
What we offer
What we offer
  • 3 weeks’ vacation
  • Extended health and dental benefits
  • Discretionary bonus
  • Fulltime
Read More
Arrow Right

Project Accountant

We are looking for a Project Accountant to support construction-focused financia...
Location
Location
United States , Sanford
Salary
Salary:
Not provided
https://www.roberthalf.com Logo
Robert Half
Expiration Date
Until further notice
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • Experience in project accounting with a strong focus on construction or project-based environments
  • Working knowledge of construction accounting principles, including job cost tracking, billing, and revenue recognition
  • Hands-on experience using Deltek, including Deltek Vision, for project financial management and reporting
  • Ability to analyze project financial activity, reconcile accounts, and resolve discrepancies with attention to detail
  • Strong understanding of cost control, budget monitoring, and financial reporting for active projects
  • Effective communication skills with the ability to collaborate across accounting, operations, and project teams
  • Proficiency in organizing multiple priorities and managing deadlines in a fast-paced setting
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • Oversee the financial setup and ongoing accounting activities for construction-related projects, ensuring records are accurate from project launch through closeout
  • Monitor project costs, track budget performance, and identify variances so stakeholders can make informed decisions throughout the project lifecycle
  • Prepare and maintain client billing, revenue tracking, and supporting documentation in accordance with contract terms and internal controls
  • Reconcile project accounts and review financial data regularly to confirm completeness, accuracy, and proper allocation of expenses
  • Partner with project managers and internal teams to provide clear insight into job performance, cash flow, and cost trends
  • Generate recurring and ad hoc reports to support forecasting, financial analysis, and project-level decision-making
  • Maintain accounting data within Deltek and Deltek Vision, including updates, review of project information, and system-based reporting
  • Support accounting process improvements or system-related changes affecting project financial tracking when needed
Read More
Arrow Right

Project Accountant

As a Finance Subject Matter Expert, you’ll play a key role in shaping future Fin...
Location
Location
United Kingdom , Somerset
Salary
Salary:
55000.00 GBP / Year
t2mresourcing.com Logo
T2M Resourcing
Expiration Date
Until further notice
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • Strong Finance operations experience e.g., Record to Report, Purchase to Pay, Order to Cash, Controls
  • ERP / Finance systems exposure, ideally with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (or similar ERP)
  • Basic to intermediate process mapping skills, with ability to document and review processes
  • Experience working as part of a project team or supporting business change initiatives
  • Positive and open approach to change, with clear written and verbal communication skills
  • Able to learn and apply new system/process knowledge, supporting activities such as UAT, process validation, and change impact assessments
  • Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK on a permanent full-time basis.
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • Support the Business Lead and Change Team in driving engagement across the finance function, acting as a change advocate to help embed new processes and ways of working
  • Provide functional expertise and insight to support stakeholder decision-making, particularly in relation to finance processes, risks, and impacts of change
  • Support the configuration of the solution, working with programme and technical teams to validate that system setup reflects agreed finance processes
  • Contribute to the review and validation of business processes within your area of expertise, ensuring alignment with programme design and business requirements
  • Support the delivery of key programme projects and milestones, ensuring finance-related activities are completed in line with the overall delivery plan
  • Contribute to User Acceptance Testing (UAT) activities, including supporting the development
  • review of UAT scenarios and scripts and coordinating and executing testing within the finance function
  • Collaborate with programme teams to review and validate training materials, ensuring they are accurate, relevant, and reflect finance processes and system functionality
  • Provide ongoing support to change and training teams, supplying detailed functional input to enable effective communications, training, and business readiness activities.
What we offer
What we offer
  • bonus
  • hybrid working with flexible working hours
  • many other market leading employee benefits
  • Fulltime
Read More
Arrow Right

Project Accountant

Location
Location
United States , Kenosha
Salary
Salary:
Not provided
https://www.roberthalf.com Logo
Robert Half
Expiration Date
Until further notice
Flip Icon
Requirements
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
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
What we offer
  • medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan
Read More
Arrow Right

Project Accountant

As a Project Accountant, you will be responsible for the entire life cycle of pr...
Location
Location
United States , Greenville
Salary
Salary:
Not provided
https://www.roberthalf.com Logo
Robert Half
Expiration Date
Until further notice
Flip Icon
Requirements
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
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
What we offer
  • Medical
  • Vision
  • Dental
  • Life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan
  • Fulltime
Read More
Arrow Right

Project Accountant

Are you a detail-oriented accounting professional who enjoys partnering directly...
Location
Location
United States , Manassas
Salary
Salary:
80000.00 - 100000.00 USD / Year
https://www.roberthalf.com Logo
Robert Half
Expiration Date
Until further notice
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel
  • Experience with Procore and Sage preferred
  • Solid understanding of budgeting processes and project gain/fade principles
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to manage confidential information
  • Audit background preferred
  • Construction industry experience preferred
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance preferred
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • Maintain the integrity and accuracy of project budgets and reconciliations
  • Perform project-level financial planning and analysis
  • Manage project purchase orders and related reconciliations
  • Prepare and distribute monthly billings and support collection efforts
  • Handle project month-end and year-end close activities
  • Prepare work-in-progress (WIP) reporting, including cost-at-completion analysis
  • Review and analyze actual project costs to identify discrepancies and improvement opportunities
  • Prepare project budgeting and financial participation reports as required by contract
  • Communicate project financial activity and updates with the accounting team
  • Review and reconcile project-level profit and loss statements
What we offer
What we offer
  • bonus
  • medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
  • company 401(k) plan
  • Fulltime
Read More
Arrow Right