Construction Project Accountant: Budget & Billing

Landry French Construction Co; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Landry French Construction Co. seeks a diligent Project Accountant in Melbourne, FL to support financial and administrative activities across construction projects.

You will partner with Project Managers, Superintendents, and clients to ensure accurate billing, cost tracking, and compliance throughout the project lifecycle. The role emphasizes accuracy, organizational excellence, and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Construction Management, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 1–3 years of accounting or project accounting experience preferred.
• Experience in commercial construction, project accounting, or job-cost accounting preferred.
• Experience with owner billings, subcontract administration, change orders, and contract compliance preferred.
• Experience with accounting software, ERP systems, and financial reporting platforms preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and timely monthly owner requisitions and progress billings.
• Review project contracts, billing requirements, and schedules of values to ensure compliance with contractual requirements.
• Monitor project financial activity and support accurate cost tracking and reporting.
• Assist with monitoring accounts payable balances and support collection efforts as needed.
• Assist Project Managers with project financial administration and budget management.
• Prepare project financial reports and provide timely financial information to Project Managers, Project Executives, and Finance leadership.
• Input and maintain project budgets, schedules of values, and financial data within accounting systems.
• Assist with project forecasting and financial analysis as requested.
• Process, distribute, and maintain owner and subcontractor change orders.
• Maintain contract documentation and ensure accurate project records.
• Track pending and approved change orders and monitor related project documentation.
• Update contracts, insurance information, and project records as required by owners and project stakeholders.
• Support subcontract administration activities throughout the project lifecycle.
• Review subcontractor pay applications and vendor invoices for completeness, accuracy, and compliance.
• Obtain required approvals and supporting documentation for payment processing.
• Process subcontractor and vendor payments in accordance with company procedures.
• Collect, review, and maintain lien waivers and other required payment documentation.
• Manage subcontractor compliance requirements, including insurance certificates, contract documentation, lien waivers, billing requirements, and other contractual obligations.
• Maintain vendor and subcontractor records within company systems.
• Enter invoices and maintain accurate accounts payable records.
• Process accounts payable transactions and ensure timely payment of obligations.
• Reconcile project-related financial information and investigate discrepancies.
• Assist with month-end and year-end accounting activities as needed.
• Support internal and external audit requests by providing project-related documentation and financial records.
• Collaborate with Finance and Accounting personnel to ensure accuracy and consistency in financial reporting.
• Collect, organize, and maintain project closeout documentation.
• Create and maintain project directories and project administrative files.
• Ensure project records are accurate, complete, and properly maintained.
• Track insurance certificates, bonds, licenses, and other compliance documentation.
• Support project teams in meeting contractual and administrative requirements.
• Assist with project startup and project closeout activities.
• Serve as a liaison between Accounting, Project Management, Operations, subcontractors, vendors, and clients regarding project financial matters.
• Respond to inquiries related to billing, payments, contracts, compliance, and project accounting.
• Maintain positive working relationships with clients, subcontractors, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
• Support process improvements designed to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Multi-project management

Verbal and written communication

Independent with collaboration

Education

Degree in Accounting/Finance/Business/Construction Mgmt

Tools

Accounting software

ERP systems

Excel

Project management platforms

Job description

Landry French Construction Co. seeks a diligent Project Accountant in Melbourne, FL to support financial and administrative activities across construction projects.

You will partner with Project Managers, Superintendents, and clients to ensure accurate billing, cost tracking, and compliance throughout the project lifecycle. The role emphasizes accuracy, organizational excellence, and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.