Construction Project Accounting Lead

WILLIAMS COMPANY MANAGEMENT GROUP; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Williams Company Management Group is seeking a dynamic Construction Project Accountant to oversee the financial aspects of our large-scale projects, ensuring accurate accounting, cost control, and transparent reporting.

You will support planning and decision-making with cash flow analysis, SOX-compliant controls, and cross-department collaboration, leveraging your expertise in accounting systems and financial analysis to drive project success.

Qualifications

• Experience in financial accounting within construction or manufacturing with cost accounting analysis.
• Proficiency with VISTA Accounting Software.
• Data analysis using spreadsheets and BI tools for financial report writing and Excel data analysis.
• Strong skills in cash flow analysis, budget management, account reconciliation, and general ledger accounting.
• Excellent communication skills for interpreting complex financial reports and collaborating across departments.

Responsibilities

• Manage all financial transactions related to construction projects, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, and general ledger entries.
• Conduct detailed cost analysis and cost management to monitor project budgets and forecast financial outcomes accurately.
• Prepare comprehensive financial reports, including variance analysis, cash flow statements, and project profitability assessments.
• Reconcile balance sheets and perform account reconciliations to ensure data accuracy across accounting software.
• Implement and maintain internal controls in compliance with SOX requirements to safeguard company assets.
• Analyze financial concepts including GAAP, double-entry bookkeeping, and technical accounting standards relevant to construction projects.
• Support forecasting efforts by collecting data, analyzing trends, and interpreting financial reports to inform project planning and decision-making.

Skills

Cost accounting analysis

Cash flow analysis

Budget management

Account reconciliation

General ledger accounting

Excel data analysis

BI tools

Communication skills

Tools

VISTA Accounting Software

Job description

The Williams Company Management Group is seeking a dynamic Construction Project Accountant to oversee the financial aspects of our large-scale projects, ensuring accurate accounting, cost control, and transparent reporting.

You will support planning and decision-making with cash flow analysis, SOX-compliant controls, and cross-department collaboration, leveraging your expertise in accounting systems and financial analysis to drive project success.