Accountant

Acciona S.A; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

401(k) retirement plan

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

ACCIONA is seeking an Accountant to support day-to-day project accounting for the SR400 Express Lanes project in Georgia. The role focuses on journal entries, cost reports, subcontractor insurance, and month-end close activities to help maintain accurate budgets.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in construction accounting, strong organizational skills, and the ability to coordinate with multiple project teams. Relocation assistance is available where required and approved.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of construction field accounting experience or relevant training preferred
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Basic to intermediate knowledge of construction project accounting
• Ability to support one or more project teams with varying levels of complexity
• Strong organization skills and attention to detail
• Effective time management and task prioritization skills
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Developing analytical skills
• Demonstrates accountability for assigned tasks and seeks guidance when needed

Responsibilities

• Prepares project journal entries and reconciles cost reports for one or more projects.
• Compiles and analyzes project pay forms to meet deadlines and ensure accuracy.
• Tracks insurance and bond information for all subcontractors.
• Assists in month end closing, budget rearrangements, and budget revisions as directed by project team.
• Sets up cost codes and cost types for project needs.
• Supports field personnel timecard entry, certified payroll and reporting as needed.
• Enter equipment time entry and reconcile equipment accruals for project needs.
• Supports accounts payable and onsite invoice entry to track project expenses and payments.
• Works with project personnel to expedite payment and resolve issues.
• Acts as liaison between project team and vendors or subcontractor accounting teams.
• Maintains knowledge of Company's values and strategic plan.
• Supports published corporate policies.
• Perform additional assignments per management's direction

Skills

Construction field accounting

Journal entries

Cost reports

Timekeeping

Verbal and written communication

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Organization and time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

Job description

ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future. Acciona offers a competitive salary, relocation assistance where relocation is required and approved, 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental, vision, life, short and long-term disability benefits, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, and more.

The SR400 Express Lanes Project is a transformative $4.6 billion infrastructure initiative led by SR400 Constructors, a 50/50 joint venture between Flatiron Dragados and ACCIONA. Commissioned by the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) and Georgia State Road and Tollway Authority (SRTA), the project will add two 16-mile express lanes from Sandy Springs MARTA Station (Exit 5) to McFarland (Exit 12), enhancing mobility along one of Georgia's busiest corridors. With a peak workforce of over 500, the project also includes dedicated bus rapid transit stations and significant improvements to the corridor. Construction began in late 2022, with substantial completion anticipated in 2031.

The Accountant supports day-to-day project accounting activities by preparing journal entries, reconciling cost reports, and assisting in the accuracy of project pay forms. This position supports subcontractor insurance and bond tracking, assists with month-end close processes and budget updates, and helps maintain cost codes aligned with project needs. The role also supports field timekeeping, certified payroll, equipment cost tracking, and onsite invoice processing, working closely with project teams, vendors, and subcontractors. Success in this role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a solid foundation in construction accounting.

Job Responsibilities

• Prepares project journal entries and reconciles cost reports for one or more projects.
• Compiles and analyzes project pay forms to meet deadlines and ensure accuracy.
• Tracks insurance and bond information for all subcontractors.
• Assists in month end closing, budget rearrangements, and budge revisions as directed by project team.
• Sets up cost codes and cost types for project needs.
• Supports field personnel timecard entry, certified payroll and reporting as needed.
• Enter equipment time entry and reconcile equipment accruals for project needs.
• Supports accounts payable and onsite invoice entry to track project expenses and payments.
• Works with project personnel to expedite payment and resolve issues.
• Acts as liaison between project team and vendors or subcontractor accounting teams.
• Maintains knowledge of Company's values and strategic plan.
• Supports published corporate policies.
• Perform additional assignments per management's direction.

Required Skills and Competencies

• 3+ years of construction field accounting experience or relevant training preferred
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Basic to intermediate knowledge of construction project accounting
• Ability to support one or more project teams with varying levels of complexity
• Strong organization skills and attention to detail
• Effective time management and task prioritization skills
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Developing analytical skills
• Demonstrates accountability for assigned tasks and seeks guidance when needed

ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 certification in US, as well as the Top Employers North America 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 seal, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies.

As a company that values diversity as a source of talent, we work to foster an inclusive environment that promotes respect, belonging and engagement so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background or condition.