Construction Project Accountant: Budgets & Billing

FIS, LLC - Freed Industrial Services; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) Safe Harbor Plan

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Life Insurance

Professional Development Opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Competitive Compensation

Job summary

Freed Industrial Services (FIS) in Bethlehem, PA is seeking a Project Accountant to support project operations through accurate financial reporting, job cost tracking, billing, and accounting support. The role requires detail orientation, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, coordinating with Operations, Payroll, A/P, and Project Management.

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field, 3 years of experience, and proficiency with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience; project or construction accounting experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of job costing, budgeting, and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software systems.
• Ability to analyze financial data and identify discrepancies.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Experience in construction, industrial services, or project-based industries (preferred).
• Knowledge of contract billing, percentage-of-completion accounting, and cost tracking methodologies (preferred).
• Familiarity with ERP/accounting software systems (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Maintain financial records for multiple projects.
• Monitor and analyze project costs, budgets, and revenue.
• Prepare and submit customer billings per contract requirements.
• Review and reconcile project-related accounts (labor, materials, subcontractors, equipment costs).
• Assist managers with budget tracking, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Prepare project cost reports and variance analyses.
• Process and track subcontractor invoices.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Maintain compliance with company policies and contractual requirements.
• Collaborate with Operations, Payroll, Accounts Payable, and Project Management.
• Assist with audits and special projects.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Freed Industrial Services (FIS) in Bethlehem, PA is seeking a Project Accountant to support project operations through accurate financial reporting, job cost tracking, billing, and accounting support. The role requires detail orientation, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, coordinating with Operations, Payroll, A/P, and Project Management.

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field, 3 years of experience, and proficiency with