Project Accountant

Enterprise Solutions; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Enterprise Solutions, a leading Southeast electrical contractor, seeks a Project Accountant to bring order to complex multimillion-dollar projects. You’ll work with Project Managers, Operations, and Finance from startup through closeout, driving accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement.

You will handle project billing, cost control, and financial reporting using Excel and Power BI, while supporting ERP improvements as the company grows.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of accounting or finance experience (construction or project accounting preferred).
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis.
• Experience working with ERP or accounting software and project costing.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process customer billings, including various billing methods.
• Maintain schedules of values (SOVs), billing docs, and contract records.
• Support project startup, change orders, and financial closeout.
• Partner with Project Managers to meet billing milestones and contract requirements.
• Review invoices for accuracy and proper coding of project costs.
• Match invoices to purchase orders and receiving docs; support cost reporting.
• Assist with reconciliations, variance analysis, and dashboard reporting via Excel/Power BI.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

SUMIFS

Data organization

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Communication

ERP software

Education

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

Tools

Power BI

ERP systems

Job description

Reports To: VP of Finance

Build More Than Financial Reports—Help Build Landmark Projects.

Enterprise Solutions is one of the fastest-growing electrical contractors in the Southeast, delivering complex commercial, healthcare, industrial, and mission-critical projects throughout the region.

We're looking for a Project Accountant who enjoys bringing order to complexity, solving problems, and partnering with project teams to keep multimillion-dollar projects financially on track. This role goes beyond traditional accounting—you'll work closely with Project Managers, Operations, and Finance to support projects from startup through closeout while helping drive accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement.

If you enjoy Excel, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and want to see the direct impact of your work on major construction projects, we'd love to meet you.

What You'll Do

Project Billing & Financial Management

• Prepare and process customer billings, including cost-plus, lump sum, fixed fee, and progress billings
• Maintain schedules of values (SOVs), billing documentation, and contract records
• Support project startup, change order tracking, and financial closeout
• Partner with Project Managers to ensure contract requirements and billing milestones are met

Job Costing & Accounts Payable

• Review invoices for accuracy and ensure project costs are properly coded
• Match invoices to purchase orders and receiving documentation
• Help maintain accurate job cost reporting across labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractors
• Assist in resolving billing discrepancies, vendor questions, deductions, and payment issues
• Utilize Excel daily to organize, analyze, and reconcile project financial information
• Prepare reports that provide visibility into project performance and financial health
• Assist with account reconciliations and variance analysis
• Support dashboard development and reporting initiatives using Excel and Power BI
• Coordinate vendor onboarding documentation, including W-9s and compliance records
• Assist with lien waivers and releases to support project payments
• Maintain organized project financial documentation for audits and closeout

Process Improvement

• Help improve accounting workflows, reporting tools, and documentation
• Identify opportunities to increase efficiency through automation and standardization
• Support ERP and financial system improvements as the company continues to grow

What Success Looks Like

You’ll thrive in this role if you:

• Deliver accurate, timely billing that aligns with contract requirements
• Maintain clean and reliable project financial records
• Identify discrepancies before they become problems
• Build strong relationships with Project Managers, Operations, and Finance
• Continuously improve reporting, workflows, and financial visibility
• Take ownership of your work while supporting the success of the entire project team

Qualifications

Required

• 2+ years of accounting or finance experience (construction or project accounting preferred)
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• SUMIFS
• Data organization and analysis
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Experience working within ERP or accounting software

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Experience with project accounting, job costing, or construction accounting
• Experience with Power BI or other reporting tools
• Familiarity with construction billing, schedules of values, lien waivers, and change orders

Why Enterprise Solutions?

At Enterprise Solutions, you’ll join a collaborative team that believes great projects begin with great people. Your work will directly support the successful delivery of large-scale electrical construction projects while giving you opportunities to expand your skills and grow your career.