Project Accountant

LHH; Wixom (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus eligible

Professional development

Exciting construction projects

Job summary

LHH is partnering with a growing construction company to hire a detail-oriented Project Accountant who will support financial management across multiple projects. You will work closely with Project Managers, Operations, and Finance leadership to ensure accurate cost tracking, billing, budgeting, and reporting.

The ideal candidate has construction accounting experience, strong knowledge of AIA billing, and a collaborative, solutions-focused approach.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• 3+ years of accounting experience within the construction industry preferred.
• Strong understanding of construction accounting principles, job costing, and project cost management.
• Hands-on experience with AIA billing.
• Experience working with ERP systems.
• Ability to read and understand construction contracts and supporting project documentation.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams.
• Self-starter with a positive, can-do attitude.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package. This position is bonus eligible.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, process, and manage monthly AIA billing, including G702 and G703 forms.
• Monitor project costs, budgets, commitments, and forecasts to ensure financial accuracy and project profitability.
• Analyze project financial performance and investigate cost variances.
• Maintain and reconcile project-related accounts, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, and work-in-progress schedules.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and other cross-functional teams to ensure accurate job costing and timely financial reporting.
• Review subcontractor billings, lien waivers, sworn statements, and supporting documentation.
• Assist with change order tracking and contract administration.
• Prepare project financial reports and provide insights to support operational decision-making.
• Support month-end and year-end close activities related to project accounting.
• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards.
• Utilize ERP systems to manage project financial data and improve reporting efficiency.
• Contribute to process improvements and support special projects as assigned.

Skills

Construction accounting

AIA billing

Job costing

Analytical skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Self-starter

Education

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

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

LHH is partnering with a growing construction company who is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Project Accountant to support the financial management of multiple construction projects. This role will partner closely with Project Managers, Operations, and Finance leadership to ensure accurate project cost tracking, billing, budgeting, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate will bring strong construction accounting experience, expertise with AIA billing, and a collaborative, solutions-focused approach.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, process, and manage monthly AIA billing, including G702 and G703 forms.
• Monitor project costs, budgets, commitments, and forecasts to ensure financial accuracy and project profitability.
• Analyze project financial performance and investigate cost variances.
• Maintain and reconcile project-related accounts, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, and work-in-progress schedules.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and other cross-functional teams to ensure accurate job costing and timely financial reporting.
• Review subcontractor billings, lien waivers, sworn statements, and supporting documentation.
• Assist with change order tracking and contract administration.
• Prepare project financial reports and provide insights to support operational decision-making.
• Support month-end and year-end close activities related to project accounting.
• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards.
• Utilize ERP systems to manage project financial data and improve reporting efficiency.
• Contribute to process improvements and support special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• 3+ years of accounting experience within the construction industry preferred.
• Strong understanding of construction accounting principles, job costing, and project cost management.
• Hands-on experience with AIA billing.
• Experience working with ERP systems
• Ability to read and understand construction contracts and supporting project documentation.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams.
• Self-starter with a positive, can-do attitude.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package. This position is bonus eligible.
• Opportunity to work on exciting construction projects
• Collaborative and team-oriented culture
• Professional development and career growth opportunities