Construction Project Accountant – Budget & Close Lead

Collins and Wright, Inc.; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Growth opportunities in a hands-on, no

Job summary

Collins and Wright, Inc. is seeking an experienced Full Charge Staff Accountant to own the financial backbone of our construction operations in Columbia, SC. You will work directly with project managers, catch budget problems early, and deliver the monthly close that leadership relies on.

This hands-on role focuses on project cost accounting, general ledger, A/P & A/R, and payroll compliance, ensuring accurate financial statements and tight internal controls across multiple projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (preferred).
• 1-3 years of accounting experience; construction or real estate industry experience is a plus.
• Solid foundation in GAAP.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze project expenses (labor, materials, equipment, subcontractor fees) against budgets.
• Identify budget overruns early and flag them to project leadership.
• Build accurate WIP schedules and variance reports that tell the real story.
• Prepare and post journal entries with precision.
• Reconcile bank statements and maintain balance sheet lead schedules.
• Own the month-end close process and prepare monthly financial statements.
• Process subcontractor invoices and verify lien waiver compliance.
• Prepare progress billings (AIA G702/G703).
• Manage cash flow with timely disbursements and receipts.
• Process weekly payroll accurately by project.
• Submit payroll tax liabilities on time.
• Prepare audit schedules and support tax filings.
• Ensure internal controls and compliance standards are met.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Ownership / accountability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Sage 50/100/300 CRE

Viewpoint Vista

Procore

QuickBooks Contractor

Job description

Collins and Wright, Inc. is seeking an experienced Full Charge Staff Accountant to own the financial backbone of our construction operations in Columbia, SC. You will work directly with project managers, catch budget problems early, and deliver the monthly close that leadership relies on.

This hands-on role focuses on project cost accounting, general ledger, A/P & A/R, and payroll compliance, ensuring accurate financial statements and tight internal controls across multiple projects.