Project Accountant

Dnllc; Wakefield (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Annual Incentive Program

401k with Employer Matching

Paid Time Off + Paid Holidays

Vehicle Allowance

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Gym Reimbursement

Job summary

DN is seeking a Project Accountant to manage day-to-day accounting for construction projects. You will work with the Operations team, owning all accounting functions related to projects and building strong internal and external relationships while ensuring timely, accurate financials.

Responsibilities include requisitions, forecast updates, billings tracking, subcontractor compliance, cash flow monitoring, and project closeout documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting is required.
• 4+ years of accounting or finance experience is required.
• Must be relationship-driven with excellent communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required.
• Experience with Viewpoint Spectrum or construction ERP systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, post and track monthly requisitions to the owner.
• Participate in project forecast updates – CTC/WIP – with Project Managers/Project Engineers.
• Monitor/track over/under billings and coordinate with Project Managers/Engineers.
• Identify high-risk projects and assist with plan/resolution.
• Ensure subcontractor compliance with contract terms (insurance, lien releases, waivers, billing procedures, CPR).
• Monitor and track cash position of projects; assist with cash forecasts.
• Manage cash collection with Project Manager and participate in project meetings.

Skills

Excellent communication

Relationship driven

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Viewpoint Spectrum

Construction ERP systems

Job description

Our culture is rooted in a shared vision — to help keep the world’s most precious resource safe — and in the core values that guide us in pursuing this vision and delivering on our mission to clients.

We provide the highest quality liquid storage design and construction services at the best long-term value with an unrivaled customer experience. We have built over 3,500 pre‑stressed concrete liquid storage tanks over the past 90 years around the country and world, as a result we have become the leader in the industry when it comes to quality and innovation.

As a Project Accountant at DN you will manage the day‑to‑day accounting of construction projects. Working collaboratively with our Operations team, you will own all accounting functions as it pertains to our construction projects. A successful individual in this role will be someone who develops strong relationships, both internally and externally, completes work thoroughly and timely, and upholds budgetary financials.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, post and track the monthly requisitions to the owner
• Participate in project forecast updates – CTC/WIP – with Project Managers/Project Engineers
• Monitor/track any over/under billings and work with Project Manager and/or Project Engineer
• Monitor for any potential high‑risk projects and work with project management for plan/resolution
• Identify potential job exposures and write-offs
• Procure to Pay – be responsible for processing subcontractor requisitions
• Ensure the subcontractor is complying with terms and conditions of the contract (i.e. insurance, lien releases, waivers, billing procedures, CPR, etc.)
• Monitor and track the cash position of the projects
• Reconciliation with Project Managers/Project Engineers for project closeout
• Responsible for the understanding of owner contracts and subcontracts regarding payment terms and required documents
• Work closely with the Project Managers, Project Engineers and Superintendents on all facets of project accounting and administration.
• Manage cash collection for the project in conjunction with the Project Manager as well as prepare Cash Forecasts.
• Participate in owner, subcontractor and project meetings as required

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• 4+ years relevant experience in Accounting or Finance related position
• Relationship driven
• Excellent communication skills
• Detail‑oriented
• Experience with Microsoft Excel
• Experience with Viewpoint Spectrum or Construction ERP systems

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Annual Incentive Program
• 401k with Employer Matching Contribution
• Paid Time Off + Paid Holidays
• Vehicle Allowance
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Gym Reimbursement

DN is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.