Construction Project Accountant: WIP, Cost & Profit

ABGi USA; Lufkin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Company holidays

Training & development

Job summary

ABGi USA, on behalf of a rapidly growing EPC client, is seeking a Construction Accountant to manage job costing, WIP reporting, and revenue recognition across multiple construction projects. The role requires direct construction accounting experience and a hands-on approach in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, strong Excel skills, and experience with construction ERP systems to support project profitability and accurate

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• Proven experience in construction accounting.
• Strong knowledge of job costing, project accounting, Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules, revenue recognition, project profitability reporting, and Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage job cost accounting for multiple construction projects.
• Prepare and maintain accurate Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules.
• Monitor project budgets, costs, billings, and overall project profitability.
• Perform project accounting and financial analysis throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure proper revenue recognition in accordance with accounting standards.
• Reconcile project costs and investigate budget variances.
• Partner with project managers and operations teams to provide financial reporting and project insights.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes.
• Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reports.
• Maintain accurate financial data within a construction ERP system.
• Develop and maintain reporting tools using Microsoft Excel.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting best practices.

Skills

Job costing

WIP scheduling

Revenue recognition

Excel proficiency

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Vista ERP

Construction ERP system

Job description

ABGi USA, on behalf of a rapidly growing EPC client, is seeking a Construction Accountant to manage job costing, WIP reporting, and revenue recognition across multiple construction projects. The role requires direct construction accounting experience and a hands-on approach in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, strong Excel skills, and experience with construction ERP systems to support project profitability and accurate