Project Accountant

Aston Carter; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability coverage

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave

Job summary

Aston Carter is recruiting for a Project Accountant based in Lubbock, TX. This contract-to-hire role focuses on full-cycle cost management for large construction projects, with emphasis on change orders, data integrity, and compliant reporting.

You will support monthly cost reporting, risk assessments, and stakeholder presentations, while coordinating with client finance teams to ensure accurate controls and adherence to project accounting standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering or related field.
• 1+ year of project accounting or finance experience in construction.
• 1–3+ years in project management, cost management, or accounting in commercial construction.
• Thorough understanding of construction accounting principles and practices.
• Hands-on experience with full change order lifecycle (initiation to closeout).
• Proficiency with Procore or Autodesk Construction Cloud.
• Experience with reconciliation and data entry in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
• Ability to interpret contractual terms related to change orders, claims, and commercial entitlements.

Responsibilities

• Support full-cycle cost management for large construction projects from concept through completion.
• Manage subcontractor change management process ensuring timely responses and complete documentation.
• Process change orders in the system of record with data integrity.
• Audit and reconcile project-related financial data for accuracy and compliance.
• Prepare and present monthly cost reports and risk assessments for stakeholders.
• Participate in monthly stakeholder meetings with data-driven insights on cost performance.
• Review contracts to recommend entitlements for change orders and claims.
• Coordinate with client finance teams for accurate reporting and controls.
• Analyze local labor markets, union impacts, and tax effects for cost strategy.
• Resolve invoice and change order discrepancies with subcontractors and teams.
• Maintain records of all project accounting transactions.

Skills

Project accounting experience

Construction accounting principles

Change order lifecycle

Data entry in high-volume environment

Contractual terms interpretation

Procore

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance/Construction Management

Tools

Procore

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Smartsheets

Job description

Job Title: Project Accountant

Job Description

• Support full-cycle cost management for large construction projects from concept through completion, ensuring robust cost controls are established and maintained.
• Facilitate and manage the subcontractor change management process, ensuring responsible parties respond in a timely manner and that all documentation is complete and accurate.
• Process change orders in the system of record, maintaining high standards of timeliness, completeness, and data integrity.
• Perform audit and transactional finance support activities, including review and reconciliation of project-related financial data, with a focus on accuracy and compliance.
• Support the preparation and presentation of monthly cost reports and risk assessments for internal and external stakeholders, highlighting key variances, risks, and recommended mitigation actions.
• Participate in monthly stakeholder meetings and formal presentations by providing clear financial content, data-driven insights, and informed commentary on project cost performance.
• Review and interpret contractual terms to recommend entitlements related to change orders, claims, and other commercial matters.
• Coordinate with client finance and accounting teams to ensure accurate reporting and full compliance with financial controls and project accounting standards.
• Analyze and report on local labor markets, union implications, commodity price fluctuations, and tax impacts to support project cost strategy and budget updates.
• Assist in resolving invoice and change order discrepancies, as well as payment-related issues, by working with subcontractors, project teams, and finance stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate records of all project accounting transactions, including change orders, subcontractor compliance documentation, and related financial data.
• Collaborate closely with the Project Cost Manager, focusing on the transactional elements of project accounting while supporting broader forecasting and risk assessment efforts as needed.
• Perform data entry and reconciliation tasks to ensure that Procore, Smartsheets, and related systems reflect current and correct financial information.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, or a related field.
• A minimum of 1+ year of project accounting or finance experience in construction.
• 1–3+ years of experience in a project management, cost management, or accounting role within the commercial construction industry.
• Thorough understanding of construction accounting principles and practices.
• Hands-on experience with the full change order lifecycle, including initiation, review, processing, and closeout.
• Proficiency with construction management software such as Procore or Autodesk Construction Cloud.
• Experience with project accounting, including reconciliation and data entry in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
• Ability to interpret and apply contractual terms related to change orders, claims, and commercial entitlements.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lubbock, TX.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.46 - $48.07/hr.

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
  Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Lubbock,TX.
  Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Oct 2, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.