Project Accountant

Fts Inc; Woodstock (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Fts Inc is seeking a seasoned project accountant to manage full-cycle cost accounting for multiple roofing and construction projects. You will handle WIP schedules, percentage-of-completion calculations, and subcontractor invoicing, ensuring accurate budgeting and close processes.

The role requires 5+ years in construction accounting, proficiency with Sage Intacct/Sage 100, and strong Excel skills. You will partner with project teams and assist with audits and ERP optimization.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of project/construction accounting experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or related field.
• Knowledge of WIP schedules and percentage-of-completion.
• Hands-on with Sage 100 Contractor and/or Sage Intacct.
• Advanced Excel skills with pivots and lookups.
• CPA licensure a plus or in progress.

Responsibilities

• Maintain full-cycle job cost accounting for multiple projects.
• Prepare and analyze monthly WIP schedules and revenue recognition.
• Review and code subcontractor and vendor invoices; manage retainage and change orders.
• Reconcile job cost ledgers to the general ledger; post month/year-end entries.
• Monitor budgets vs actuals and communicate variances to leadership.
• Support cash flow forecasting and project-level profitability reporting.
• Assist Billing Coordinator with owner billing submissions and AIA applications.
• Track lien waivers, certificates of insurance, and notices.
• Support ERP system Sage Intacct and external audits.
• Collaborate with project managers and superintendents on budget setup and close-out.
• Mentor junior staff and work cross-functionally with Operations and Corporate Accounting.

Skills

Project accounting

Construction accounting

WIP schedules

Percentage-of-completion

Sage 100 Contractor

Sage Intacct

Procore

Excel (pivot, lookups)

Journal entries & close

Budgeting & forecasting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or related field

CPA licensure in progress or CPA

Tools

Sage 100 Contractor

Sage Intacct

Procore

Job description

Maintain full-cycle job cost accounting for multiple concurrent construction/roofing projects, including cost coding, budget setup, and ongoing budget-to-actual tracking

• Prepare and analyze monthly work-in-progress (WIP) schedules and percentage-of-completion revenue recognition calculations
• Review, code, and process subcontractor and vendor invoices; manage retainage and change order tracking
• Reconcile job cost ledgers to the general ledger; prepare and post journal entries for month-end and year-end close
• Monitor project budgets versus actuals, identify cost variances and overruns, and communicate findings to project managers and leadership
• Support cash flow forecasting and project-level profitability reporting

Process Support & Collaboration

Support the Billing Coordinator with owner billing submissions, including AIA G702/G703 pay applications, and track billing status through collection

• Track subcontractor compliance documentation, including lien waivers, certificates of insurance, and required notices
• Assist with the implementation and ongoing use of the Company's enterprise ERP system (Sage Intacct)
• Support external audits, surety/bonding company requests, and tax return preparation with accurate project financial data
• Help identify and support process improvements and standardization across project accounting workflows
• Compile supporting schedules and documentation for financial reporting and audits
• Partner with project managers and superintendents on budget setup, cost forecasting, and project close-out
• Review the work of, and mentor, junior project accounting staff
• Collaborate with Operations, Corporate Accounting, and other cross-functional teams as needed
• Take on additional responsibilities and special projects to support the Company's continued growth

Qualifications

• 5+ years of project/construction accounting experience, ideally in commercial roofing, construction, or specialty contracting
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Strong working knowledge of percentage-of-completion accounting, WIP schedules, and job costing methods
• Hands-on proficiency with Sage 100 Contractor and/or Sage Intacct preferred
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, and financial modeling)
• CPA or active progress toward CPA licensure a plus
• Familiarity with lien waiver requirements and mechanics lien law a plus
• Experience with certified payroll / prevailing wage reporting a plus
• Experience with Procore or similar construction project management software a plus
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Clear written and verbal communication skills

Ideal Candidate Traits

Detail-oriented with strong follow-through

• Confident working independently while knowing when to escape
• Reliable and organized, with the judgment to manage competing project deadlines
• Team-oriented with a service mindset toward project managers and field staff
• Comfortable mentoring junior staff while also taking direction from the Controller