AR Project Accountant

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the accounts receivable and project accounting lifecycle for multiple construction projects.
• Set up new jobs within the accounting system, ensuring proper coding, budgets, and contract documentation.
• Review owner contracts for billing requirements, retainage, change order language, payment terms, and compliance obligations.
• Prepare, review, and submit owner billings, including: Progress Billings, Time & Materials (T&M), Cost Plus, Percentage of Completion.
• Prepare and manage pay applications in accordance with contractual requirements.
• Prepare, review, and maintain Schedules of Values (SOVs) throughout the project lifecycle.
• Maintain accurate Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules, supporting month-end financial reporting and project forecasting.
• Monitor project budgets and perform detailed job costing analysis to identify cost variances and profitability trends.
• Review project costs, committed costs, subcontractor invoices, purchase orders, and change orders for accuracy.
• Track outstanding receivables and follow up on customer payments as needed.
• Work closely with Project Managers to monitor project financial performance, billing status, forecast costs, and maximize profitability.
• Assist with month-end close and ensure project financial information is accurate and up to date.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred, NOT required.
• 3+ years of Construction Project Accounting or Construction Accounts Receivable experience within commercial construction or a related industry.
• Demonstrated experience with:
• Lien Waivers
• Pay Applications
• Schedules of Values (SOVs)
• Work-in-Progress (WIP) Schedules
• Job Costing
• Job Setup
• Complex Contract Review
• Construction Billing / Accounts Receivable
• Experience supporting multiple Project Managers simultaneously.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

Company Highlights

• Stable, growing company with an outstanding reputation.
• Collaborative culture where Accounting and Operations work as one team.
• Opportunity to support exciting commercial construction projects.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.
• Career growth and advancement opportunities.
• Leadership team that values your expertise and ideas.
• Team-oriented environment where your contributions truly make an impact.