Hybrid Senior Project Accountant - Construction Finance

Talentify; Cincinnati (OH); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledcor Group of Companies seeks a Senior Project Accountant to ensure the accuracy and timely reporting of project financials. You will own cost control, invoicing, and financial analysis across major projects, collaborating with project and operations leadership to drive performance.

The role requires 5+ years of experience in construction/accounting, familiarity with ERP systems, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role.
• Must have a post‑secondary business degree
• Must have Experience within commercial construction, Telecom or a related industry is preferred
• Must have knowledge of JD Edwards or similar large ERP is preferred
• Working knowledge of construction methods
• Financial acumen regarding equipment utilization, rates, equipment capital decisions, and profitability analysis
• Working knowledge of construction accounting principles
• Working knowledge of construction software systems
• Strong analytical skills and problem solving
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook)

Responsibilities

• Analyze project costs and provide insights to support strategic decision-making
• Implement and maintain cost control systems to ensure projects stay within budget
• Comprehend and communicate key commercial terms of project contracts to all relevant parties
• Effectively report project financials and interpretations to leadership for decision-making
• Contribute to the development and implementation of collective agreements affecting project costs
• Collect and submit necessary documentation (e.g., statutory declarations, WCB clearance letters) for invoicing
• Prepare and submit Letters of Engagement/Monthly Invoices (LEMs) to clients in accordance with the terms
• Gather third‑party invoices to support accurate and timely client billing
• Prepare and submit monthly equipment rental billings, progress invoices, and manage holdback releases
• Process and reconcile electronic billing submissions, ensuring alignment with client billing systems

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Education

Post-secondary business degree

Tools

JD Edwards

Construction software

Job description

Ledcor Group of Companies seeks a Senior Project Accountant to ensure the accuracy and timely reporting of project financials. You will own cost control, invoicing, and financial analysis across major projects, collaborating with project and operations leadership to drive performance.

The role requires 5+ years of experience in construction/accounting, familiarity with ERP systems, and strong communication skills.