Project Accountant

About the role

The Project Accountant will primarily focus on Accounts Payable and some Accounts Receivable, using JD ERP systems. This position involves performing union payroll for 5-15 employees weekly, with potential increases as new projects are initiated.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the accuracy of entries to ledger accounts and reconcile subsidiary ledger accounts to the general ledger.
• Aid with the monthly and annual financial close processes, including the preparation of consolidated financial statements.
• Perform complex reconciliations, including liability account roll forwards and monthly bank reconciliations.
• Aid with internal and external audits.
• Prepare and review journal entries and correct accounting posting errors.
• Work with Textura, Report Now, and Pro-Cor software.
• Aid management with preparing and analyzing various reporting needs such as Progress Billings, Lean restrictions, and Retention bonds.
• Review contracts within Pro-Cor systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• 3-5 years of related construction experience.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong reporting skills using Excel daily with vlookups and pivot tables.

Qualifications

• Experience with JD ERP systems preferred, Sage or Timberline acceptable.
• Familiarity with Textura is a plus.
• Experience in project accounting, construction accounting, project billing, job costing, and payment processing.
• Ability to work with contractors and subcontractors in public works projects.

Skills

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Experience with JD ERP systems preferred, Sage or Timberline acceptable.
• Familiarity with Textura is a plus.
• Experience in project accounting, construction accounting, project billing, job costing, and payment processing.
• Ability to work with contractors and subcontractors in public works projects.

Benefits

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Pay

The pay range for this position is $36.00 - $43.00/hr.

Work Environment

The work environment is a professional office setting located in Downtown Seattle, WA. The role involves assisting in maintaining Accounts Payable and some Accounts Receivable duties, with a focus on contract reviews in Pro-Cor systems. The company offers free parking onsite and a Good to Go pass for work-related tolls. The company has a long-standing history of growth and success, and is actively expanding into public works projects. Dress code is business casual.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Seattle, WA.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.