Project Accountant

Accountants One; Kennesaw (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Significant performance-based bonus

Full benefits

Long-term growth opportunities

Job summary

A financial services firm in Kennesaw, Georgia is looking for an experienced Project Accountant to manage financials for multiple construction projects. The role requires strong background in construction accounting, particularly with AIA progress billings, and the ability to communicate financial data to project teams. This position offers a competitive salary of up to $80,000, significant bonus potential, and comprehensive benefits including a 401(k).

Qualifications

• 5–10+ years of construction accounting experience required.
• Proven experience with AIA progress billings is essential.
• Strong understanding of job cost accounting and project controls required.

Responsibilities

• Manage financials for multiple active construction projects.
• Prepare and submit monthly progress billings (AIA).
• Track job costs, budgets, change orders, and profitability.

Skills

Construction accounting experience

AIA progress billings

Communication skills with non-accounting teams

Organizational skills

Ability to manage multiple projects

Job description

Base pay range

$70,000.00/yr - $80,000.00/yr

Project Accountant

Base Salary: Up to $80,000

Bonus Potential: Significant performance-based bonus (can be up to $25,000)

About the Role

We’re seeking an experienced Project Accountant with a strong construction background to support our expanding project portfolio. This role is central to project success—financially and operationally—and partners closely with Project Managers and field teams.

What You’ll Do

• Manage financials for multiple active construction projects
• Prepare and submit monthly progress billings (AIA)
• Track job costs, budgets, change orders, and profitability
• Act as a financial guide to Project Managers—providing clear data, cadence, and direction
• Enable PMs to stay focused in the field by handling financial complexity
• Support inventory and procurement controls in the warehouse
• Identify risks, trends, and opportunities within project financials

What We’re Looking For

• 5–10+ years of construction accounting experience
• Proven experience with AIA progress billings
• Strong understanding of job cost accounting and project controls
• Ability to communicate clearly with non-accounting project teams
• Organized, proactive, and comfortable managing many projects at once

Why Join Us

• High-impact role with direct visibility into company performance
• Strong bonus upside tied to results
• A company that values and invests in experienced professionals
• Full benefits including 401(k)
• Long-term growth across a family of related companies

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing

Industries

Computer and Network Security