Construction / Project Accountant

About the role

Well established Construction company is seeking a Project Coordinator / Construction Accounting professional to support our Project Management and Estimating teams. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys a mix of project coordination, accounting, and construction administration. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced construction environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable activities
• Assist with job costing and project-related accounting
• Set up and maintain vendors and subcontractors in Sage and Procore
• Collect and maintain required subcontractor documentation, including Certificates of Insurance, W-9s, lien releases, and lien waivers
• Assist with AIA documentation and contract compliance
• Coordinate with subcontractors regarding project documentation and outstanding requirements
• Support Project Managers with project goals, schedules, documentation, and deliverables
• Track project progress, accomplishments, and outstanding action items
• Manage communications and documentation between Project Managers, subcontractors, vendors, and other stakeholders
• Maintain organized and accurate project and accounting records
• Provide general administrative support to the Project Management and Estimating teams
• Sort and distribute incoming mail and project documentation

Qualifications

• Previous experience in project coordination, construction administration, accounting, bookkeeping, or a related role
• Experience with Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and/or job costing preferred
• Construction industry experience strongly preferred
• Experience with Sage and/or Procore is a plus
• Familiarity with AIA documentation, lien waivers, subcontractor compliance, and construction accounting is a plus
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively with multiple departments

Pay & benefits

• Rate of pay listed is on a per hour basis
• Health insurance available once employed for 60 days and working 30 hours per week, on average, per month; enrollment packet must be completed and benefits start on the first of the subsequent month once qualifiers are met