Construction Project Accountant - Las Vegas

Burke Construction Group, Inc.; Nevada; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Burke Construction Group, Inc. in Las Vegas, NV seeks a detail-oriented Project Accountant to support the financial management of construction projects.

You will set up projects and budgets, monitor job costs, process subcontractor payments, and review certified payroll to ensure GAAP compliance. This is an opportunity for an accounting professional with 1–3 years of experience to grow in construction accounting, collaborating with Project Managers, field teams, and the accounting department to

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of accounting experience (accounts payable/receivable/general accounting)
• Working knowledge of basic accounting principles
• Strong attention to detail with ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain projects, budgets, and cost codes in the accounting system
• Review job costs, investigate variances, and monitor project financial reports
• Prepare weekly project funding status and budget reports for management and Project Managers
• Attend project startup meetings to establish billing, compliance, and payment requirements
• Review and process subcontractor pay applications and vendor payables, verifying amounts against contracts
• Prepare and package owner billings with complete supporting documentation
• Set up and review monthly certified payroll records for subcontractors and apprentices
• Collaborate with Project Managers, field teams, and accounting to resolve billing and payment issues
• Assist with month-end close and other accounting department projects

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance

Tools

Excel

Construction accounting software

Job description

Burke Construction Group, Inc. in Las Vegas, NV seeks a detail-oriented Project Accountant to support the financial management of construction projects.

You will set up projects and budgets, monitor job costs, process subcontractor payments, and review certified payroll to ensure GAAP compliance. This is an opportunity for an accounting professional with 1–3 years of experience to grow in construction accounting, collaborating with Project Managers, field teams, and the accounting department to