Associate, Project Accounting

HITT Contracting Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

HITT Contracting Inc. in Dallas, Texas, is seeking an Associate in Project Accounting. The role requires hands-on job cost accounting, invoicing, and reporting, while maintaining good communication with the Project Management team.

Qualified candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience, and 2-5 years of project-related accounting. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and exposure to ERP systems is a plus. Join us to contribute to our mission of building trust with our partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience required.
• 2-5 years in Construction or project-related accounting desired.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Handle job cost accounting for multiple projects.
• Maintain knowledge of all project-related costs.
• Monitor projects for risk management.

Skills

Job cost accounting

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Detail-oriented

Organized

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

JD Edwards

Job description

Associate, Project Accounting

Every day, our team members do amazing things in pursuit of our shared purpose to build trust with our clients, partners, subcontractors, and teammates. No matter your background, education, or career path, if you share our vision to create extraordinary experiences, you belong at HITT.

Job Description: HITT is looking for an experienced Project Accounting Associate to join our team. This is a great opportunity for a strong individual to contribute in a key role within our accounting team.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for hands‑on job cost accounting for multiple projects to include Subcontractor AP processing, Client invoicing, and budgeting
• Maintain detailed knowledge of all costs related to each project
• Actively involved with Project Management team to ensure they get the direction/support needed
• Ensure existing Project Accounting and all Company Policies and Procedures are effectively communicated and enforced
• Be aggressive, but tactful, in communicating/discussing/resolving accounting related problems with team, striving to correct problems in a timely manner
• Actively monitor projects from a risk management perspective and elevate as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience required
• 2-5 years Construction or project‑related accounting desired
• Must be a self‑starter, highly motivated, and able to work independently.
• Ability to multi task
• Able to prioritize while working in a fast paced environment. Detail, rule and goal oriented
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and exposure to ERP systems or comparable business software. JD Edwards experience a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to balance speed with quality of results (we require both)
• Detail oriented, organized, and disciplined
• Friendly, courteous, and positive in nature

HITT Contracting is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to hiring and developing the most qualified individuals based on job‑related experience, skills, and merit. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We value a respectful, inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. HITT Contracting maintains a drug‑free workplace, consistent with applicable local, state, and federal laws.