Project Accountant

The Christman Company; Newcastle (OK); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Christman Company is seeking an experienced project accountant to support construction operations with accurate financial data. You will assist project managers with cost projections, maintain project financial records, and ensure compliance with risk management practices.

Responsibilities include processing financial transactions, reconciling costs, and coordinating with project owners and trade contractors.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Business, Accounting, or related field.
• Two (2) or more years of accounting/project accounting experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Detailed knowledge of project contracts and change order documents.
• Knowledge of the construction industry and industry terminology.
• Three (3) years of experience in project accounting.

Responsibilities

• Support construction operations with accurate financial data and project cost projections.
• Ensure compliance with risk management practices and maintain project financial records for auditors.
• Serve as a primary contact with trade contractors and provide payment and contract information.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent communication

Independent work

Problem-solving

Education

Associate’s Degree in Business, Accounting, or related field

Job description

Essential Job Functions

1. Support Construction Operations with Accurate Financial Data Assist Project Managers with project cost projections and reconciliations through project cost reports. Support executive project financial status review through Project Financial Status Reports (PFSR).
2. Ensure Compliance with Company Risk Management Practices Collect and track signed contracts, builder’s risk insurance policies, trade contractor insurance, waivers, sworn statements, bonds, and notice of furnishings. Maintain accurate and detailed project financial records including client, trade contractor, and project information files to a quality level expected by auditors.
3. Serve as a Personal Point-of-Contact with Trade Contractors Provide orientation conversations for trade contractors working with Christman for the first time. Answer questions and provide information regarding payments and contract compliance.
4. Process Project Financial Transactions Manage and process all financial transactions performed in the normal course of a construction project between our company, the project owner, and trade contractors using our database system. Manage project start up; load project budgets, issue subcontracts, and perform all other activities required to appropriately structure accounting systems for the project type. Process owner invoices; reconcile job costs, load schedule of values, billing rates, and other information needed to support the contractual invoicing procedure and company risk management and accounting standards. Process trade contractor invoices; reconcile trade contractor invoices, batch, cut and post trade contractor payments, and print checks. Project changes; manage and process all financial transactions generated by changes to the original project contract and scope (owner change order and trade contractor change orders). Project close‑out; manage final billing adjustments, subcontract finalization, archiving, and other processes that confirm complete execution of the project contract.
5. Contribute to Corporate Financial Accounting Each member of the project accounting team has an opportunity and responsibility to contribute to corporate financial accounting systems. Depending on background and capabilities, contributions may include supporting tasks or system responsibility related to; bank reconciliations, cash receipts, property management, payroll administration, trade contractor evaluations, joint venture financial statements, insurance audits, sales and use tax audits, accounting and project management software enhancements, etc.

Required Education and Experience

• Associate’s Degree in Business, Accounting, or related field.
• Two (2) or more years of accounting/project accounting experience. OR Equivalent combination of the above education, training, and experience.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Detailed knowledge of project contracts and change order documents.
• Knowledge of the construction industry and industry terminology.
• Three (3) years of experience in project accounting.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Proven ability to maintain the highest levels of integrity, and handle, update, and maintain sensitive information in a confidential, timely, and professional manner.
• High level of accuracy and advanced attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and writing skills.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, set priorities and see projects through to completion.
• Employ problem‑solving skills and analysis and report problems to the Project Leader and/or Controller.
• Strong service orientation and knowledge of the project structure in a client/consultant business environment.

The Christman family of companies is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. As part of our company policy, this position requires successful completion of pre‑employment screening, including but not limited to drug and background screening.

Notice to Recruiting Agencies (Unsolicited Resumes): The Christman Company does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Please do not forward unsolicited agency resumes to our applicant tracking system, website, or to any Christman employee/affiliates. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Christman employees or its’ affiliates will be considered property of The Christman Company and will be processed accordingly. Christman will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume without an executed agreement and assigned to a specific search.

Founded in 1894, Christman is a national, employee‑owned construction firm offering construction management, general contracting, and design‑build services. Taking a comprehensive approach to support our clients needs, our self‑perform affiliates empower us to enhance project outcomes. With over 500 employee‑owners, we unite great people in great achievement, delivering projects that align with clients’ goals through a collaborative, one‑team approach. Our family of companies’ expertise spans multiple market sectors, including healthcare, education, and historic preservation, providing tailored solutions that add value to every project. Together, we strive to #buildmore for our clients, communities, and team. Interested in exploring a career with Christman? We’re looking for talented people who are passionate about construction and who value integrity, informed decision‑making and collaboration.