Lead Project Accountant

RealREPP; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) w/ 50% MATCH

100% paid medical, dental & vision

Generous PTO

Gym membership + discounted cell phone

Strong work-life balance

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

A leading recruiting firm is partnering with a nationally recognized construction organization to hire a Project Accountant Lead in Virginia. This role involves overseeing construction job costing, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and managing a team of Project Accountants. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel. The position offers a fantastic compensation package including excellent salary, benefits, and work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Construction Management, or related field.
• Construction industry experience preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accurate processing of project financial transactions, job costs, and billings.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and best practices.
• Supervise, train, and mentor Project Accountants.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Construction Management

Job description

RealREPP, a full-service recruiting firm, is partnering with a growing, nationally recognized construction organization to hire a Project Accountant Lead in undefined, undefined. The Project Accountant Lead oversees construction job costing and billing for a large, complex project and multiple smaller projects. This role ensures accurate financial reporting, vendor compliance, and effective risk management throughout the project lifecycle while supervising and mentoring a team of Project Accountants.

Position Responsibilities

• Oversee accurate and timely processing of project financial transactions, job costs, and billings
• Ensure integrity of accounting systems, internal controls, and financial reporting
• Monitor project financials and prepare standard and ad hoc reports
• Maintain compliance with accounting standards and construction industry best practices
• Partner with the Accounting Senior Manager and Project Managers on financial strategy and project performance
• Lead implementation of new accounting policies, procedures, and process improvements
• Analyze and resolve complex accounting issues
• Supervise, train, and mentor Project Accountants; provide performance feedback

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Construction Management, or related field
• Construction industry experience preferred
• Experience with Lump Sum and Cost Plus/GMP projects
• Strong knowledge of project setup, cost codes, billings, and cost reconciliations
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to meet deadlines, work independently, and adapt in a fast-paced environment

FANTASTIC All-In Compensation Package Includes

• EXCELLENT salary DOE + bonus
• 401(k) w/ 50% MATCH, NO CAP & IMMEDIATE vesting
• 100% paid medical, dental & vision
• Generous PTO
• Gym membership + discounted cell phone
• Strong work-life balance & continued career growth
• FSA, HSA, life & disability insurance, and MORE!
• We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.*