Construction Project Accountant

Role Summary

Eastern Commercial is seeking a Construction Project Accountant to support the financial and administrative success of our construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Process and review subcontractor invoices for accuracy and compliance with contracts, purchase orders, and project budgets.
• Code and reconcile project expenses, invoices, and credit card transactions within accounting systems.
• Aid in project cost tracking, budget monitoring, and budget-to-actual reporting.
• Maintain retention and holdback schedules and support release documentation.
• Identify discrepancies, investigate variances, and communicate issues proactively.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of accounting, project accounting, or construction administration experience.
• Experience in construction, contracting, or project-based environments strongly preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Experience with Procore, Acumatica, or similar construction/project accounting software preferred.
• Strong understanding of accounts payable, cost coding, job costing, and project financial tracking.
• OSHA 10-Hour Certification required or ability to obtain OSHA 30-Hour Certification within the first six months of employment.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment when handling sensitive financial information.