Project Accountant

Leoforce; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

3 weeks PTO

SIMPLE IRA with 100% match up to 3%

Paid parental leave

Bonus opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Company-paid term life insurance

Job summary

Leoforce is seeking a Permanent Project Accountant to lead the financial management of active construction projects. The role partners with Project Managers to track budgets, cost codes, and subcontractor/GC accounts while managing the full billing lifecycle.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance and at least 5 years in project accounting, preferably in construction. Strong analytical, communication, and Excel skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance required.
• 5+ years of project accounting experience, construction preferred.
• Proficient in job costing, Viewpoint, change orders, subcontractors, AIA billing, pay applications, lien waivers, WIP, T&M, and percentage of completion.
• Strong accounting knowledge with emphasis on project accounting.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.
• MS Office Suite, especially Excel; accounting software proficiency.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in financial data.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all financial aspects of assigned projects, including job costing, change orders, and subcontractor/general contractor accounts.
• Use Viewpoint to maintain accurate project financial data.
• Prepare and submit AIA billings and pay applications monthly.
• Collaborate with project managers on budgets, cost codes, and purchase orders.
• Process lien waivers and ensure timely paperwork.
• Maintain WIP schedule and provide timely updates to management.
• Monitor T&M and percentage of completion across projects.
• Perform account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
• Provide financial analysis and forecasting for projects.

Skills

Job costing

Viewpoint

Change orders

Subcontractors

AIA billing

Pay applications

Lien waivers

WIP

T&M

Percentage of completion

Excel

Communication

Analytical skills

Independence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Viewpoint

Excel

AIA Billing

Pay Applications

Job description

Job Description

Experience: Mid Level

Salary: $70,000 - $89,000 per year

Job Details

We are seeking a dynamic and highly-motivated Permanent Project Accountant to join our thriving Accounting and Finance team. This role will be instrumental in providing financial information and undertaking related accounts administration for our various projects. If you are detail-oriented, have a knack for problem-solving, and are looking for a role that is both challenging and rewarding, this is the opportunity for you.

Responsibilities

• Managing all financial aspects of assigned projects, including job costing, change orders, subcontractor and general contractor accounts.
• Utilizing the viewpoint system to maintain accurate and updated project financial data.
• Preparing, reviewing and submitting AIA billings and pay applications on a monthly basis.
• Collaborating with project managers to review project budgets, cost codes, and purchase orders.
• Processing lien waivers and ensuring all necessary paperwork is completed and submitted on time.
• Maintaining the WIP schedule and providing timely updates to the management team.
• Monitoring and tracking T&M and percentage of completion on assigned projects.
• Performing account reconciliations, identifying discrepancies, and resolving all irregularities promptly.
• Providing financial analysis and forecasting for projects, identifying potential areas of concern and recommending corrective actions.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in a project accounting role, preferably within the construction industry.
• Proficiency in job costing, viewpoint, change orders, subcontractors, general contractor, AIA billing, pay applications, lien waivers, WIP, T&M, and percentage of completion.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and procedures, with a specific focus on project accounting.
• Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to analyze complex financial data and prepare financial reports, statements, and projections.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, and accounting software.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines.
• Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in preparing and entering financial information.

Join us and be a part of a team that values work-life balance, community, and exceptional quality of work. We look forward to hearing from you!

A bit about us:

• Job Title: Construction Project Accountant
• Location: Palm Beach Gardens, FL
• Position Type: Full-Time
• Compensation: $75,000 – $89,000 / year

We are seeking an experienced Construction Project Accountant to oversee financial operations across active construction and development projects. This role works directly alongside Project Managers and executive leadership to manage the full billing lifecycle, track job costs, execute change orders, and maintain strict compliance standards from project kickoff through final closeout.

Why join us?

• Health Coverage: Company-paid Employee-Only HMO medical, DPO dental, and vision coverage options.
• Paid Time Off: 3 weeks (120 hours) of accrued PTO annually, plus 7 paid company holidays.
• Retirement: SIMPLE IRA with 100% dollar-for-dollar company matching up to 3%.
• Paid Parental Leave: Up to 6 weeks of paid parental leave for eligible full-time employees.
• Additional Perks: Performance-based annual bonus opportunities, tuition reimbursement assistance, and company-paid term life insurance ($20,000).

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