Project Accountant

Project Accountant

The Project Accountant will excel in a fast-paced accounting environment, supporting project-related financial operations, invoice processing, vendor management, billing activities, payment administration, account reconciliations, and compliance requirements while ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and financial integrity.

DUTIES & SCOPE:

· Process accounts payable invoices accurately and within established timelines, reviewing documentation and validating transaction details prior to entry.

· Manage project-related accounting activities, including invoices, payments, compliance tracking, and financial reporting for assigned projects.

· Maintain vendor accounts, research discrepancies, and resolve payment-related inquiries through professional written and verbal communication.

· Reconcile vendor statements, identify outstanding items, and coordinate resolution of invoicing and payment issues.

· Prepare and process electronic vendor payments while ensuring appropriate approvals and supporting documentation are maintained.

· Track subcontractor invoices and project costs, ensuring timely receipt, processing, and payment of project-related obligations.

· Review expense reports, payment requests, and invoices for compliance with established accounting procedures and internal controls.

· Reconcile corporate credit card transactions and verify supporting documentation to ensure accurate expense reporting.

· Assist with billing activities, payment applications, lien documentation, aging reports, cash applications, and contract-related accounting functions.

· Generate and maintain reports including accounts payable, contract status, job cost, and other project financial reporting requirements.

· Maintain organized project and accounting documentation in accordance with audit and recordkeeping requirements.

· Perform additional accounting and administrative responsibilities as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

· 2-5+ years of accounting, project accounting, or accounts payable experience required; experience within construction or project-based industries preferred.

· Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred.

· Strong understanding of accounts payable processes, project accounting principles, vendor management, reconciliations, and contract-related financial activities.

· Experience with accounting and ERP software; proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications required.

· Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to maintain accuracy while managing multiple deadlines and priorities.

· Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills in a deadline-driven environment.

· Ability to work independently while collaborating