Project Cost Accountant

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Partner with Project Managers to monitor project budgets and financial performance.
• Prepare monthly job cost reports, cost analyses, and supporting financial schedules.
• Review project costs for accuracy, completeness, and proper cost coding.
• Aid in project forecasting, earned revenue reporting, and budget updates.
• Support monthly Work-in-Progress (WIP) reviews and financial reporting.
• Monitor and review owner billings and assist with monthly billing forecasts.
• Manage accounts receivable, outstanding billings, and expected receipt dates.
• Coordinate with Project Managers to resolve billing questions and follow-up items.
• Monitor project cash flow and identify potential concerns.
• Support project financial management by reviewing purchase orders, subcontract costs, invoices, and change orders.
• Maintain accurate project financial records and supporting documentation.
• Assist with project setup, cost code maintenance, budget revisions, and project closeout.
• Support cost tracking for labor, equipment, hauling, materials, and indirect costs.
• Collaborate with Project Managers, Superintendents, and Corporate Accounting.
• Participate in monthly financial and project review meetings.
• Help improve accounting processes, reporting tools, and administrative workflows.
• Provide responsive, professional financial support to project teams.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Three to five years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills and general proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Sound analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
• Collaborative attitude, professional integrity, and a desire to grow.
• Construction accounting, project accounting, or job cost accounting experience (preferred).
• Heavy civil, commercial construction, engineering, or related industry experience (preferred).
• Experience with JD Edwards or a similar ERP/accounting system (preferred).
• Exposure to forecasting, budgeting, earned revenue, and WIP reporting (preferred).
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience (preferred).

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities.
• Mentorship from experienced construction and accounting professionals.
• The opportunity to contribute to some of Florida's most significant infrastructure projects.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities.
• Mentorship from experienced construction and accounting professionals.
• The opportunity to contribute to some of Florida's most significant infrastructure projects.

Equal Opportunity Employer

As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success.

Equal Opportunity Employer

As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success.