Construction Project Accountant (Flexible Schedule)

Fortis Construction, Inc.; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortis Construction, Inc. seeks a Project Accountant to join the project finance team in Portland, OR. You will track project costs, manage A/P and A/R, and ensure compliance with owner contracts and change orders, while maintaining confidential financial data and supporting audits.

The role requires strong Excel, attention to detail, and ability to work with trade partners and internal teams under deadlines. Travel is required due to on-site project involvement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant accounting or finance experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related degree program, or equivalent work experience.
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills are essential.
• Keen analytical, organization and problem-solving skills which allows for strategic data interpretation versus simple reporting.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to think strategically and make connections between diverse issues and tasks.
• Ability to quickly learn new software systems and procedures.
• Demonstrates a proactive, hands-on work style with meticulous attention to detail, curiosity, and strong resilience.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule during peak periods and able to meet timelines consistently.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and a satisfactory driving record in accordance with Fortis policy.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, input and track project related costs by managing trade partner and owner billings, change orders, trade partner compliance and payments, and accounts payable invoice review.
• Engage with trade partners monthly to ensure accuracy of project costs and billing.
• Ensure compliance with financial requirements of Owner contract and change orders.
• Accurately input all project transactions into accounting software.
• Prepare and analyze job costing information as needed by the project team.
• Handle applicable tax compliance matters, including tax computation.
• Reconcile financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account information.
• Assist with the annual audit.
• Answer accounting procedure questions by researching and interpreting accounting policy and regulations.
• Maintain customer confidence and protect operations by keeping financial information confidential.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

Tools

Viewpoint

ERP system

GC Pay

Job description

Fortis Construction, Inc. seeks a Project Accountant to join the project finance team in Portland, OR. You will track project costs, manage A/P and A/R, and ensure compliance with owner contracts and change orders, while maintaining confidential financial data and supporting audits.

The role requires strong Excel, attention to detail, and ability to work with trade partners and internal teams under deadlines. Travel is required due to on-site project involvement.