Project Accountant

Iron Construction, Inc.; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dog-friendly office

Competitive compensation

Team-building events

Community involvement

Job summary

Iron Construction, Inc. is seeking an experienced Project Accountant to manage the financial administration of construction projects from start-up through closeout.

You will partner with project managers and operations to oversee job costing, owner billings, subcontractor payments, change orders, and project reporting. In this standalone accounting leadership role, you will also run the entire company accounting function, including AP, AR, GL, payroll accounting, and coordination with our CPA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field; equivalent experience considered.
• 7+ years of construction accounting experience.
• Experience with job costing and project-based accounting.
• Experience with AIA billing, progress billings, and payment applications.
• Strong Excel and accounting software skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project job costing, GMP billing, and coordination with Project Managers.
• Process subcontractor invoices and vendor invoices.
• Prepare and submit owner billings/pay applications.
• Track project costs and compare actual costs to budgets.
• Monitor job cost reports and identify cost variances.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable for assigned projects.
• Set up new projects and cost codes in the accounting system.
• Monitor project costs, billing, receivables, and overall financial performance.
• Process subcontract agreements, change orders, and purchase orders.
• Reconcile project-related accounts and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist project managers with financial reporting and cost analysis.
• Track retention, lien releases, and insurance compliance documents.
• Prepare project financial reports and forecasts.
• Maintain accurate project accounting records and documentation.
• Coordinate with project managers, superintendents, subcontractors, and clients regarding financial matters.
• Oversee daily accounting operations, including AP, AR, general ledger, and account reconciliations.
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes and financial reporting.
• Prepare and maintain cash-flow forecasts and assist with budgeting and financial planning.
• Coordinate payroll accounting and the accounting/reconciliation of 401(k) contributions.
• Maintain banking relationships and reconcile bank and credit accounts.
• Coordinate with the company's CPA, insurance providers, financial institutions, and other outside professionals.
• Maintain subcontractor and vendor financial documentation, including W-9s and insurance certificates.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field

Job description

Iron Construction, Inc. is a leading commercial general contractor specializing in tenant improvements, commercial interiors, and bio-pharmaceutical construction. With a strong focus on private-sector projects, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality work in complex, fast-paced environments. Experience working for a commercial general contractor, particularly in managing high-tech, manufacturing, tenant improvement or life science projects—is essential to success in this role.

We are seeking an experienced Project Accountant with construction or project-based accounting experience to be responsible for the financial administration of assigned construction projects from start-up through closeout. This role works closely with Project Managers and operations teams by managing job cost reporting, owner billings, subcontractor payments, change orders, and project financial tracking. The ideal candidate has strong construction accounting experience, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects while ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting. Experience working with subcontractors and construction-related documentation such as change orders, project estimates, GMP billing and project financial reporting.

This position will also have responsibility for the company's accounting function, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, job costing, cash management, reconciliations, financial reporting, payroll accounting, 401(k), and coordination with the company's CPA and outside financial professionals.

This is a hands-on, standalone accounting leadership role with responsibility for the company's complete accounting function. The position does not currently have direct reports and is well suited for an experienced accounting professional who enjoys taking ownership of all aspects of accounting for a small, project-based company.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

• Oversee project job costing, GMP billing, and coordination with Project Managers.
• Process subcontractor invoices and vendor invoices
• Prepare and submit owner billings/pay applications
• Track project costs and compare actual costs to budgets
• Monitor job cost reports and identify cost variances
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable for assigned projects
• Set up new projects and cost codes in the accounting system
• Monitor project costs, billing, receivables, and overall financial performance.
• Process subcontract agreements, change orders, and purchase orders
• Reconcile project-related accounts and resolve discrepancies
• Assist project managers with financial reporting and cost analysis
• Track retention, lien releases, and insurance compliance documents
• Prepare project financial reports and forecasts
• Maintain accurate project accounting records and documentation
• Coordinate with project managers, superintendents, subcontractors, and clients regarding financial matters
• Oversee daily accounting operations, including AP, AR, general ledger, and account reconciliations.
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes and financial reporting.
• Prepare and maintain cash-flow forecasts and assist with budgeting and financial planning.
• Coordinate payroll accounting and the accounting/reconciliation of 401(k) contributions.
• Maintain banking relationships and reconcile bank and credit accounts.
• Coordinate with the company's CPA, insurance providers, financial institutions, and other outside professionals.
• Maintain subcontractor and vendor financial documentation, including W-9s and insurance certificates.

Qualifications / Requirements

• 7+ years of Construction accounting experience.
• Experience with job costing and project-based accounting.
• Experience supporting multiple construction projects simultaneously.
• Familiarity with AIA billing, progress billings, and payment applications.
• Strong knowledge of general accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Experience with month-end close, AP, AR, reconciliations, and general ledger accounting.
• Experience with cash-flow forecasting and financial reporting.
• Experience with payroll accounting and 401(k) contribution reconciliation is preferred.
• Strong Excel and Accounting software skills, preferable Foundation.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and maintain confidentiality.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered.

This position requires strong attention to detail, sound judgment, confidentiality, organization, and the ability to identify and resolve accounting issues proactively.

“We work hard, but we know how to have fun.”

We’re a bright, lively bunch who never pass up the chance for a good laugh—no matter how hectic things get. Our office is a dog-friendly zone (yes, the pups are as cute as you’d hope), and we love bringing people together through creative team-building events that are actually fun. Giving back matters to us, too. From food and toy drives to charity events with our industry partners, we’re proud to support the community we’re part of.

“We’ve got you covered—literally and figuratively.”

We offer a competitive salary along with an outstanding package of perks and benefits designed to support your well-being, growth, and lifestyle.

Wage Range: $100k - $160k

Please visit our website to learn more about Iron Construction, Inc.

This is a salaried, exempt status position. EOE

“We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team where everyone feels valued and empowered. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, even if you don’t meet every qualification listed. Your unique experiences and perspectives are what makes our team stronger.”