Project Accountant

Addison Group; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Addison Group in Tempe, AZ is seeking a Project Accountant to join our construction industry client. You will prepare and maintain project cost reports, track budgets, labor, equipment, materials, and process billings.

This role offers growth under supportive leadership, monthly close assistance, and exposure to project financial performance, including cost-to-complete and margin analysis.

Qualifications

• Experience in the construction industry with strong knowledge of WIP reporting and job costing.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel experience including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUPs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain project cost reports, tracking budgets, committed costs, labor, equipment, materials, and job cost adjustments.
• Partner with Project Managers to manage budgets, forecasts, change orders, and project financial performance including cost-to-complete and margin analysis.
• Process and reconcile project billings (T&M, progress, SOV), resolve billing inquiries, support collections, and monitor accounts receivable.
• Review vendor invoices, subcontractor pay applications, lien waivers, and compliance documentation while supporting project setup and contract administration.
• Assist with month-end close, ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies, and maintain organized project financial records.

Skills

Advanced Excel

WIP reporting

Job costing

Tools

Pivot Tables

VLOOKUP

Job description

Role: Project Accountant

Location: Tempe, Arizona

Pay Rate: $33.00 - $40.00 / Per Hour

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

Internal Job ID: 10079272

Are you looking for a new opportunity in Tempe? Our client, within the construction industry, is seeking an Project Accountant to join their team. This position offers the chance to join a growing organization, ability to learn under supportive leadership, and make an immediate impact.

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain project cost reports, tracking budgets, committed costs, labor, equipment, materials, and job cost adjustments
• Partner with Project Managers to manage budgets, forecasts, change orders, and project financial performance, including cost-to-complete and margin analysis
• Process and reconcile project billings (T&M, progress, SOV), resolve billing inquiries, support collections, and monitor accounts receivable
• Review vendor invoices, subcontractor pay applications, lien waivers, and compliance documentation while supporting project setup and contract administration
• Assist with month-end close, ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies, and maintain organized project financial records

Requirements

• Experience in the construction industry, with strong knowledge of WIP reporting and job costing
• Advanced Microsoft Excel experience (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPS)

Why choose Addison Finance & Accounting?

• Pay: We negotiate high salaries using U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
• Benefits & Bonuses: You are eligible for medical, dental, vision insurance benefits, 401K, and monetary bonuses
• Permanent Employment: Many of Addison’s Finance & Accounting job openings lead to potential permanent employment
• Connections: You connect directly with hiring managers from renowned organizations
• Options: You are presented multiple employment options near your home
• Professional Development: You are provided hiring process advice, resume revision, and employment term negotiation

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.

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