Construction Project Accountant - WIP & Cost Lead

LeoForce; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

LeoForce is seeking a Project Accountant to manage project financials from start to finish and to track job costs, budgets, and performance. You will prepare WIP schedules and review subcontractor invoices, supporting monthly closes with project-related journal entries.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in construction accounting, strong knowledge of job costing, WIP reporting, and proficiency with Sage 100/300 or QuickBooks. A fast-paced, deadline-driven environment awaits.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of accounting experience, preferably in construction.
• Experience with job costing and project-based accounting.
• Familiarity with WIP reporting and percentage of completion methods.
• Proficiency in accounting software such as Sage or QuickBooks.

Responsibilities

• Manage project financials from start to completion.
• Track job costs, budgets, and project performance.
• Prepare and maintain WIP (Work In Progress) schedules.
• Review and process subcontractor invoices and billings.
• Assist with monthly close, including project-related journal entries.
• Monitor project budgets and identify cost variances.
• Collaborate with project managers to ensure accurate financial tracking.
• Support audits and maintain proper documentation.

Skills

Accounting experience

Job costing

WIP reporting

Attention to detail

Deadline-driven

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Sage 100/300

QuickBooks

Job description

LeoForce is seeking a Project Accountant to manage project financials from start to finish and to track job costs, budgets, and performance. You will prepare WIP schedules and review subcontractor invoices, supporting monthly closes with project-related journal entries.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in construction accounting, strong knowledge of job costing, WIP reporting, and proficiency with Sage 100/300 or QuickBooks. A fast-paced, deadline-driven environment awaits.