Project Accountant

Fontainebleau Development; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Fontainebleau Development in Miami, FL seeks a Project Accountant to manage the accounting of all project costs from inception through draw stages. You will process accounts payable, ensure proper coding and timely payments, and support bank reconciliations with strong internal controls.

The role emphasizes accuracy, attention to detail, and collaboration with the AP Clerk to maintain project financial integrity and compliance with company policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in Construction Project Accounting.
• Bachelor’s Degree in a major in Accounting.
• Sage 300 Construction and Real Estate (f/k/a Timberline) experience mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Receive AP invoices with proper coding and authority.
• Review AP invoice batches for accuracy.
• Coordinate timely payment of invoices with AP Clerk.
• Compile and review monthly Bank Draw with Senior Project Accountant.
• Ensure lien releases from contractors and subs are collected.
• Prepare and review bank reconciliations and maintain internal controls.

Skills

Math & communication

Attention to detail

Organization skills

Excel proficiency

Word & Outlook

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting

Tools

Sage 300 Construction & Real Estate

Job description

Position Summary

The Project Accountant is responsible for the accounting of all costs on the project to be developed.

• Receive Accounts Payable Invoices and ensures proper coding and signature authority.
• Review all accounts payable invoice batches from AP clerk for accuracy.
• Work closely with AP Clerk to ensure timely payment of invoices.
• Compiles and reviews monthly Bank Draw with Senior Project Accountant to coincide with Title Draw.
• Review Share Point to ensure all draw documents have been uploaded.
• Ensure all contractor and sub tier lien releases are collected once payment is ready.
• Maintain the Notice to Owner Log.
• Review all accounts payable invoice batches from AP Clerk for accuracy.
• Work closely with AP Clerk to ensure timely payment of invoices.
• Ensure the timely preparation and review of bank reconciliations, maintaining strong internal controls and resolving discrepancies in accordance with company policies.
• Performs other duties as required. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to perform any other job-related duties assigned by their supervisor or management.
  

Position Summary

The Project Accountant is responsible for the accounting of all costs on the project to be developed.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Receive Accounts Payable Invoices and ensures proper coding and signature authority.
• Review all accounts payable invoice batches from AP clerk for accuracy.
• Work closely with AP Clerk to ensure timely payment of invoices.
• Compiles and reviews monthly Bank Draw with Senior Project Accountant to coincide with Title Draw.
• Review Share Point to ensure all draw documents have been uploaded.
• Ensure all contractor and sub tier lien releases are collected once payment is ready.
• Maintain the Notice to Owner Log.
• Review all accounts payable invoice batches from AP Clerk for accuracy.
• Work closely with AP Clerk to ensure timely payment of invoices.
• Ensure the timely preparation and review of bank reconciliations, maintaining strong internal controls and resolving discrepancies in accordance with company policies.
• Performs other duties as required. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to perform any other job-related duties assigned by their supervisor or management.
  

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in Construction Project Accounting
• Bachelor’s Degree in a major in Accounting
• Sage 300 Construction and Real Estate (f/k/a Timberline) experience mandatory
  

Knowledge And Skills

• Strong math and communication skills
• Relentless attention to detail
• Excellent organization skills
• Must have Excel knowledge (as well as Word/Outlook)