Project Accountant

CFS; Dublin (OH); Vor Ort; USD 70.000 - 85.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

CFS in Columbus, OH is seeking a Project Accountant to support budgeting and financial planning across multiple construction projects. You will work with construction, finance, and procurement teams to ensure financial accuracy and strategic alignment throughout the build cycle.

The role involves developing budgets, monitoring performance, and preparing reports to highlight trends, risks, and opportunities for leadership. A strong analytical mindset and Excel proficiency are essential.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

Aufgaben

• Assist in the development and management of annual budgets and forecasts for commercial construction projects.
• Monitor budget performance and analyze variances between actual costs and projections.
• Collaborate with project managers and department leads to gather financial data and provide budgetary insights.
• Prepare financial reports and dashboards for leadership, highlighting trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Support cost estimation and financial modeling for new developments and build designs.
• Help maintain and improve budgeting policies and procedures to ensure consistency and accuracy.
• Participate in financial planning for land acquisition, capital investments, and operational initiatives.

Kenntnisse

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Construction ERP systems

Jobbeschreibung

Columbus, OH
$70k - $85k

Our client is seeking a Project Accountant to join their growing finance team. With a strong commitment to craftsmanship and innovation, this company is shaping communities across the region and is looking for a financial professional who can support their continued growth.

As a Project Accountant, you will be responsible for supporting the budgeting and financial planning processes across multiple construction projects. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with cross-functional teams including construction, finance, and procurement to ensure financial accuracy and strategic alignment throughout the build cycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and management of annual budgets and forecasts for commercial construction projects.
• Monitor budget performance and analyze variances between actual costs and projections.
• Collaborate with project managers and department leads to gather financial data and provide budgetary insights.
• Prepare financial reports and dashboards for leadership, highlighting trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Support cost estimation and financial modeling for new developments and build designs.
• Help maintain and improve budgeting policies and procedures to ensure consistency and accuracy.
• Participate in financial planning for land acquisition, capital investments, and operational initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in budgeting, financial analysis, or project accounting—experience in construction is a plus.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial planning tools; experience with construction ERP systems is beneficial.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.