Construction Project Accountant: Budget & Billing

Paynecrest-Electric,-Inc.; Creve Coeur (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunity

Job summary

PayneCrest Electric, Inc. in Saint Louis, MO is seeking a Project Accountant to manage financials for construction projects from setup to close-out.

You will work with Project Managers and Operations to ensure accurate job costing, timely invoicing (including AIA where applicable), and adherence to contract requirements. The role requires at least 2 years of construction accounting experience, a bachelor's degree in accounting or related field, and proficiency with Vista or similar software.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in accounting, with construction knowledge.
• Construction accounting experience is required.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• Proficiency with accounting software (Vista or similar).

Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain project records, including budgets, cost codes, billing terms, and contract requirements.
• Monitor project costs, job profitability, and budget-to-actual variances; prepare job cost reports and support financial analysis.
• Review and process project-related labor, material, equipment, subcontractor, and vendor costs for accuracy and proper coding.
• Prepare and distribute customer invoices, including AIA billings, supporting documentation, and compliance with contract requirements.
• Manage retainage receivables and payables and ensure accurate revenue recognition and invoice recording.
• Process subcontractors pay applications and vendor invoices while maintaining required insurance, lien waivers, and compliance documentation.
• Reconcile accounts payable records, resolve vendor inquiries, and assist with committed cost tracking and cash flow forecasting.
• Support month-end close activities, maintain audit-ready financial records, and ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies.
• Partner with Project Managers and Operations teams to provide financial guidance, respond to accounting inquiries, and improve project accounting processes.
• Perform additional duties as directed by accounting leaders

Job description

PayneCrest Electric, Inc. in Saint Louis, MO is seeking a Project Accountant to manage financials for construction projects from setup to close-out.

You will work with Project Managers and Operations to ensure accurate job costing, timely invoicing (including AIA where applicable), and adherence to contract requirements. The role requires at least 2 years of construction accounting experience, a bachelor's degree in accounting or related field, and proficiency with Vista or similar software.