Project Accountant

Suffolk Construction; Estero (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

401k with employer match

Health, dental, vision benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Suffolk Construction is seeking a Project Accountant in Estero, FL to track and report on project financial performance. The role involves requisition processing, budget updates, and working with project teams to ensure accurate financial operations.

The ideal candidate has a degree in accounting, up to 3 years of related experience, and a commitment to Suffolk's values. Join a team focused on integrity, hard work, and professional growth within a dynamic construction environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field is required.
• Ability to adapt to different personalities and management styles.
• 0-3 years of related experience.
• Candidate must possess Suffolk's Core Values: Passion, Integrity, Hard Work, Professionalism, and Caring.

Responsibilities

• Process the monthly owner requisition.
• Process subcontractor requisitions.
• Ensure subcontractor compliance with contract terms (insurance, billing, etc.).
• Process budget updates.
• Process cost transfers.
• Select invoices for weekly disbursement cycle.
• Monitor cash position of the project.
• Assist CCIP administration with Corporate Risk Manager.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and Executives on accounting matters.

Skills

Adaptability

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Job description

Job ID: 2026-11751

Job Location: US-FL-Estero

Type: Regular Full-Time

Category/Department: Project Accounting

Overview

The Project Accountant plays a key role in tracking and reporting on the project's financial performance.

Suffolk is seeking people who are bold. Curious. Innovative. Caring. Looking for the career opportunity of a lifetime. We'll challenge and inspire you to be your very best. We'll embrace what makes you unique and lift you up as you take chances. Here, you'll find a place where you can act with purpose and integrity, bringing intelligence and grit to every aspect of your job. Join us for the chance to leverage your inherent curiosity and proven capabilities to catapult you to the next level.

Responsibilities

• Process the monthly owner requisition
• Process subcontractor requisitions
• Ensure the subcontractor is complying with terms and conditions of the contract (i.e. insurance, billing procedures, etc.)
• Process budget updates
• Process cost transfers
• Select invoices to be included in the weekly disbursement cycle
• Monitor and track the cash position of the project
• Assist the Corporate Risk Manager in the administration of a Contractor Controlled Insurance Program (CCIP)
• Work closely with Project Managers and Project Executives on all facets of project accounting and administration issues

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or other relevant field
• Ability to adapt to different personalities and management styles
• 0-3 years of related experience
• Candidate must possess Suffolk's Core Values: Passion, Integrity, Hard Work, Professionalism, and Caring

Working Conditions

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time; talk or hear; perform fine motor, hand and finger skills in the use of a keyboard, telephone, or writing. The employee is frequently required to stands; walk; and reach with arms and/or hands. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. The employee will spend their time in an office environment with a quiet to moderate noise level. Job site walking.

EEO Statement

Suffolk provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, disability, protected veteran, gender identity, age or any other status protected by law. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Suffolk will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination toward, or harassment of, applicants or employees by anyone at Suffolk, or anyone working on behalf of Suffolk.

Compensation Information

Where required by law, pay ranges can be found in Suffolk's job postings. Base Salary for this position is just one component of Suffolk's total rewards package for employees. Actual salaries may be based on several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's skill set, experience, education and other qualifications. Suffolk offers a comprehensive benefits package as part of its overall total rewards strategy. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly to reflect market trends.

Benefits

Benefits include, competitive salaries, auto allowances and gas cards for certain roles, access to market leading medical and emotional and mental health benefits, dental, and vision insurance plans, virtual care options for physical therapy and primary care, generous paid time off, 401k plan with employer match and access to expert financial resources, company paid and voluntary life insurance, tax deferred savings accounts, 10 backup daycare days each year, short- and long-term disability, commuter benefits and more.

• competitive salaries
• auto allowances and gas cards for certain roles
• access to market leading medical and emotional and mental health benefits
• dental
• vision insurance plans
• virtual care options for physical therapy and primary care
• generous paid time off
• 401k plan with employer match and access to expert financial resources
• company paid and voluntary life insurance
• tax deferred savings accounts
• 10 backup daycare days each year
• short- and long-term disability
• commuter benefits and more

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About Suffolk

Suffolk is a national enterprise that builds, innovates, and invests. We provide value across the entire project lifecycle through our core construction management services and complementary business lines in real estate investment, design, self-perform construction, and technology start-up investment (Suffolk Technologies). By integrating data, artificial intelligence, and advanced technology through our Seamless Platform, we connect design, construction, and operations to deliver smarter, more predictable results and redefine how America builds.

Suffolk - America's Contractor - is a national company with more $9 billion in annual revenue, 3,000 employees, and 17 offices, including Boston (headquarters), New York City, Miami, West Palm Beach, Tampa, Estero, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Las Vegas, Herndon, U.S. Virgin Islands, and other key markets. Suffolk manages some of the most complex and transformative projects in the country, serving clients across healthcare, life sciences, education, gaming, aviation, transportation, government, mission critical, and commercial sectors. Suffolk is privately held and is led by founder, chairman and CEO John Fish. Suffolk is ranked #8 on ENR's list of "Top CM-at-Risk Contractors." For more information, visit www.suffolk.com and follow Suffolk on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Instagram.

At Suffolk, we believe that our total rewards program should offer you and your family the support you need when it matters most. That's why we have created a program that provides employees with access to a wide variety of options that can be personalized to support you and your loved ones physically, emotionally, and financially.