Project Accountant

LHH Recruitment Solutions; Glendale (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking a Project Accountant - Construction in Glendale, AZ. The role focuses on setting up and maintaining project financial records, processing AIA billings, and monitoring budget-to-actual performance within a collaborative construction environment.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of construction accounting experience, strong Excel skills, and the ability to work independently while communicating across departments.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of recent experience in construction accounting.
• Familiarity with project-based billing and cost tracking.
• Experience with ERP systems; Foundation or Spectrum software is a plus.
• Strong Excel skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively across departments.

Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain project financial records
• Process AIA billing and manage accounts receivable for assigned projects
• Track job costs and monitor budget-to-actual performance
• Prepare financial reports and assist with month-end close
• Collaborate with project managers and internal teams to ensure accurate financial tracking
• Support allocations and rate tracking as needed

Skills

Construction accounting

Project-based billing

Cost tracking

Excel

Independent work

Effective communication

Attention to detail

Tools

Foundation

Spectrum

Job description

Job Title: Project Accountant - Construction

Location: Glendale, AZ

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Employment Type: Full-Time | Onsite

Overview

A well-established company in the construction industry is seeking a Project Accountant with at least two years of recent experience in construction accounting. This role offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment with potential for growth and cross-training within the first year of employment.

Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain project financial records
• Process AIA billing and manage accounts receivable for assigned projects
• Track job costs and monitor budget-to-actual performance
• Prepare financial reports and assist with month-end close
• Collaborate with project managers and internal teams to ensure accurate financial tracking
• Support allocations and rate tracking as needed

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of recent experience in construction accounting
• Familiarity with project-based billing and cost tracking
• Experience with ERP systems; Foundation or Spectrum software is a plus
• Strong Excel skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively across departments