Project Accountant

Garney Construction; Cape Coral (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans

401(k) plan with a 3.5% match

Paid time off and 8 paid holidays

Free life insurance and disability policy

Weekly paychecks

Job summary

Garney Construction is seeking a Project Accountant to handle project finances including job costing, budgeting, and financial reporting. This role partners with project managers to ensure compliance and financial success.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, along with at least 3 years of relevant experience, preferably in the construction industry. Key benefits include free medical plans and 401(k) matching from day one.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of accounting experience required, construction industry experience preferred.
• Experience with job costing, project accounting, and construction accounting practices.
• CPA, CMA, or other relevant certifications are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and monitor project job costs, ensuring accurate expense coding.
• Assist with project budgeting and analysis of cost variances.
• Prepare and process project billing and manage retainage.

Skills

Job costing

Project accounting

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

Tools

Viewpoint

Procore

Excel

Job description

Project Accountant

Project Accountant position is available at Garney. The Project Accountant is responsible for managing project finances, including job costing, budgeting, billing, and financial reporting for construction projects. The role partners with project managers and operations teams to monitor costs, ensure compliance, and support the overall financial success of each project.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and monitor project job costs, ensuring accurate expense coding, cost allocation, and reconciliations
• Assist with project budgeting, forecasting, and analysis of cost variances to support profitability
• Prepare and process project billing (AIA, progress, and T&M invoices), while managing retainage and revenue recognition
• Review and process subcontractor and vendor invoices, track receivables, and support collections activities
• Analyze project financial performance and assist with month‑end and year‑end financial reporting
• Support contract compliance, change order tracking, and adherence to company policies and regulatory requirements
• Partner with project managers, estimators, and operations teams to provide financial insights and project support

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; 3+ years of accounting experience required, construction industry experience preferred
• Experience with job costing, project accounting, and construction accounting practices
• CPA, CMA, or other relevant professional certifications preferred
• Proficiency with accounting software such as Viewpoint and Procore, plus advanced Excel skills
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and organizational abilities with exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with knowledge of construction contracts and cost structures

Benefits

• Free medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans ($0 premiums)
• Virtual doctor visits with no co‑pay
• Shares of company stock at no cost starting on your first day
• 401(k) plan with a 3.5% match
• Student loan resources
• Weekly paychecks
• Paid time off and 8 paid holidays
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with a lump sum and matching contributions
• Free life insurance and disability policy
• Free access to healthcare coordinators
• Counseling sessions with mental health professionals at no cost
• Access to consultations with legal and financial professionals at no cost
• Free programs assisting with weight loss, maternity health, prescriptions for chronic conditions, and more
• 50% employee discount in the Garney apparel store

Garney and its subsidiaries are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. Garney is a background screening, drug‑free workplace.