Project Accountant

Wright-Ryan Construction, Inc.; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee stock ownership plan

Annual bonus

401(k) with company match

Comprehensive insurance coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development opportunities

Paid time off

Job summary

Wright-Ryan Construction, Inc. in Portland, Maine is seeking a Project Accountant to manage financial success across projects. This role involves collaborating with Project Managers and other financial leaders for job cost tracking, vendor payments, billing, and financial reporting.

The ideal candidate will have a strong accounting background, experience in construction accounting, and exceptional organizational skills. Benefits include competitive pay, annual bonuses, and comprehensive insurance coverage.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of accounting experience in accounts payable and receivable.
• Knowledge of construction industry accounting practices.
• Ability to manage multiple projects under deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Monitor project costs and job cost reports.
• Prepare and submit monthly owner billings.
• Process vendor and subcontractor invoices.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities.

Skills

Accounting experience

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Construction accounting knowledge

Education

Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Sage 300 CRE

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Overview

We're looking for a Project Accountant to join our collaborative team and help ensure the financial success of our projects from start to finish.

In this role, you'll partner with Project Managers, the Controller, and the CFO to manage billing, job cost tracking, vendor payments, collections, and financial reporting. If you're highly organized, enjoy solving problems, and take pride in delivering accurate results, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Requirements

• Monitor project costs, job cost reports, and budgets, identifying discrepancies and supporting accurate project forecasting.
• Prepare and submit monthly owner billings utilizing AIA billing documents and contract requirements.
• Track approved and pending change orders to ensure accurate project billing and revenue recognition.
• Monitor accounts receivable for assigned projects and perform timely collection follow-up.
• Review, verify, and process vendor and subcontractor invoices, ensuring proper coding, approvals, and supporting documentation.
• Prepare accounts payable check runs, process payments, and manage subcontractor and vendor lien waivers.
• Prepare journal entries and maintain accurate accounting records, reconciliations, and supporting workpapers.
• Respond professionally and promptly to vendor, subcontractor, client, and internal team inquiries.
• Assist with month‑end and year‑end closing activities, including financial reporting and analysis.
• Prepare daily bank deposits, record cash receipts, and support cash flow management.
• Maintain organized project accounting files and documentation in accordance with company procedures and internal controls.
• Provide cross‑functional support within the accounting department, including backup coverage for team members and other administrative duties as needed.

Education, Experience, and Skills

• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3+ years of accounting experience, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, and general accounting functions.
• Construction accounting experience, including project‑based accounting and job cost reporting, preferred.
• Knowledge of construction industry accounting principles, practices, and procedures.
• Excellent attention to detail with strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills to manage projects from start to finish while working under pressure of deadlines.
• Demonstrates high accountability and growth mindset with a focus on continuous improvement of processes, team, and personal development.
• Adaptable and responds effectively to shifting priorities and evolving business needs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills interacting with all levels of internal staff, consultants, subcontractors, clients, and other business partners.
• Collaborates effectively in a dynamic, small‑team environment.
• (Outlook, Word, Excel) and accounting software (Sage 300 CRE preferred).

Pay and Benefits

As a 100% employee‑owned company, each employee owner shares in our financial success by receiving shares of company stock at no cost through our ESOP.

In addition to the many benefits of employee‑ownership, we offer competitive pay and a strong benefits package, including an annual bonus, 401(k) with company match, comprehensive insurance coverage (medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and accident), paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and professional development opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Wright‑Ryan Construction, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, ethnicity, ancestry, citizenship, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non‑merit‑based factors or other status protected by law.