Project Accountant - A&E/Construction Finance

Warehaus; York (York County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Warehaus, a York, PA-based architecture and engineering firm, seeks an experienced Project Accountant to manage project finances from setup to closeout. You will partner with CFO and project managers to monitor profitability and streamline processes.

The role requires deep knowledge of GAAP, project accounting, and reliable Excel/ERP usage, with a focus on accuracy, confidentiality, and proactive communication.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional accounting experience.
• 2+ years of project accounting in A/E/C.
• Understanding GAAP and revenue recognition.
• Knowledge of contract compliance and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in Excel and ERP systems.
• Strong organization and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to analyze financial data and communicate issues.

Responsibilities

• Review contracts, verify financial requirements, and set up projects in ERP.
• Monitor budgets, labor costs, and profitability.
• Prepare financial reports and assist budgeting/forecasting.
• Handle project billing and supporting documentation.
• Track accounts receivable and follow up on payments.
• Coordinate AP and resolve inquiries with Accounting & HR.
• Ensure contract compliance and closeouts; maintain records.
• Support reconciliations, reporting, and compliance tasks.
• Serve as ERP resource for AP/AR; collaborate to improve processes.

Skills

Project accounting

GAAP knowledge

Revenue recognition

Excel

ERP systems

Communication

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, or related field

Tools

Unanet ERP

Unanet CRM

Job description

Warehaus, a York, PA-based architecture and engineering firm, seeks an experienced Project Accountant to manage project finances from setup to closeout. You will partner with CFO and project managers to monitor profitability and streamline processes.

The role requires deep knowledge of GAAP, project accounting, and reliable Excel/ERP usage, with a focus on accuracy, confidentiality, and proactive communication.