Project Accountant

Socket.dev; Manheim (PA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Speedwell Construction is seeking an experienced Project Accountant to join our Accounting team. This role works closely with Project Management and preconstruction to manage the financial side of construction projects from award through closeout.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of accounting experience, preferably in construction, and a solid understanding of job costing, WIP accounting, and AIA billing. Strong Excel skills and familiarity with Trimble Viewpoint Vista are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 2+ years of accounting experience; construction accounting preferred.
• Experience with construction projects in the $3–$10 million range preferred.
• Understanding of job costing, WIP, and percentage-of-completion revenue recognition.
• Familiarity with AIA G702/G703 billing and lien waiver processes.
• Strong Excel skills; experience with Trimble Viewpoint Vista preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit monthly owner billings using AIA G702/G703 formats.
• Monitor project costs and identify budget variances with Project Managers.
• Maintain cost-to-complete projections and support revenue recognition.
• Review subcontractor billings, lien waivers, and retainage releases.
• Coordinate subcontract agreements, purchase orders, and change orders.
• Assist with collections and ongoing accounts receivable.
• Support month-end close and WIP review.

Skills

Construction accounting

Excel proficiency

WIP accounting

Cost-to-Complete

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Trimble Viewpoint Vista

Trimble Pay

Job description

Speedwell Construction is seeking an experienced Project Accountant to join our Accounting team. This position works closely with our Project Management and preconstruction teams to manage the financial side of construction projects from award through closeout.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of construction accounting and be able to work closely with Project Managers to monitor project costs, maintain accurate and timely billing, and support financial control throughout the life of the project.

What You'll Do

• Prepare and submit monthly owner billings, using AIA G702/G703 forms and owner-specific formats
• Monitor project costs and identify budget variances in partnership with Project Managers
• Maintain accurate cost-to-complete projections
• Coordinate financial review of contract terms, exhibits, and billing provisions
• Review subcontractor billings, retainage releases, and lien waivers
• Coordinate subcontract agreements, purchase orders, and change-order documentation within Vista and Trimble Pay
• Follow up on outstanding receivables and assist with collections
• Support month-end close, WIP review, and percentage-of-completion revenue recognition
• Assist with forecasting, cost projections, and project cash-flow projections
• Maintain accurate, audit-ready project financial records through closeout
• Serve as a primary accounting resource for assigned Project Managers

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Two or more years of accounting experience; construction accounting experience is preferred
• Experience in supporting construction projects in the $3-$10 million range is preferred
• Understanding of construction job costing, WIP accounting, and percentage-of-completion revenue recognition
• Familiarity with AIA G702/G703 billing and lien waiver processes
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills
• Experience with Trimble Viewpoint Vista strongly preferred; comparable construction ERP experience will be considered
• Trimble Pay or similar subcontractor payment/lien-waiver platform experience is a plus
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple active projects
• Clear, professional communication skills and the ability to work effectively with Project Managers, subcontractors, owners, and other members of the project team

Who Will Succeed at Speedwell

You will succeed in this role if you take ownership of your work, follow through on commitments, communicate proactively, and seek solutions rather than waiting for directions. This role requires you to balance multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines.

Most importantly, we're looking for someone who demonstrates Speedwell Construction's core values of Diligence, Respect, Humility, and a Sense of Urgency in their daily work and interactions.

This is a full-time, exempt, primarily office-based position with a regular Monday-through-Friday schedule.

Join a team where accounting is an important part of building successful projects.