Project Accountant - Construction

JKM Electric, LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Bonus/profit share program

100% employer covered health insurance premiums

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

JKM Electric, LLC is seeking a Project Accountant in Washington, D.C. This role supports project operations with financial reporting, job cost tracking, and billing support.

The ideal candidate will have 3-7+ years of accounting experience in construction, with strong organizational skills and familiarity with construction accounting principles. Benefits include competitive pay, health insurance, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 3–7+ years of accounting experience, preferably in construction.
• Strong understanding of job costing and progress billing.
• Experience with construction project accounting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts across projects.
• Perform job cost accounting for labor, materials, subcontractors.
• Process customer billings including AIA pay applications.
• Prepare WIP schedules and project cost reports.

Skills

Construction accounting principles

Job costing

Strong sense of urgency

Organization skills

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Construction accounting or ERP systems

Job description

JKM Electric is a full-service electrical contractor with more than 25 years of proven performance across commercial and industrial sectors. We’ve built our reputation on reliability, responsiveness, and solid execution.

We are looking for a Project Accountant who understands the pace and demands of construction and wants to be part of a growing team. This is a hands‑on role supporting project operations, leadership, and field teams with accurate financial reporting, job cost tracking, billing support, and day‑to‑day accounting functions.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys ownership, can work independently, and wants exposure to real construction operations — not just transactional accounting. This position offers significant opportunity for growth as the company continues to scale.

Why Work at JKM Electric:

• Competitive compensation package in the upper band for the role
• Bonus/profit share program
• 100% employer covered health insurance premiums
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Culture that values results, respect, and growth
• Professional development opportunities and support, including certifications and conference attendance

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts across multiple active projects
• Perform job cost accounting for labor, materials, subcontractors, equipment, and overhead
• Support monthly close processes, including journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations
• Process customer billings, including AIA pay applications, change orders, and supporting documentation
• Track retainage, lien waivers, certified payroll documentation, and other compliance requirements
• Monitor accounts receivable aging and assist with collections follow‑up
• Support accounts payable processing and vendor reconciliation
• Assist with payroll processing and reporting
• Prepare and maintain Work in Progress (WIP) schedules and project cost reports
• Maintain organized project financial documentation, including contracts, change orders, insurance, and releases
• Partner directly with project managers to monitor project financial performance, cost control and exposure, and billing status
• Assist leadership with financial reporting, audit support, and operational analysis
• Help improve accounting systems, workflows, and reporting processes as the company continues to grow

Qualifications

• 3–7+ years of accounting experience, preferably in construction or subcontracting
• Strong understanding of construction accounting principles, including job costing, progress billing, retainage, and WIP reporting
• Experience with construction project accounting strongly preferred
• Experience working for an electrical contractor or construction subcontractor, a plus
• Ability to operate independently and manage responsibilities without constant oversight
• Comfortable working in fast‑moving construction environments where priorities can shift quickly
• Strong sense of urgency, accountability, and follow‑through
• Able to adapt and stay organized in growing, evolving operational environments
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to communicate effectively with project managers, vendors, customers, and field personnel
• Self‑starter mentality with a practical, problem‑solving approach
• Take ownership, show initiative, and thrive in a fast‑paced, no‑drama culture

Technical Skills

• Experience with construction accounting or ERP systems (Vista, Sage, Foundation, QuickBooks Enterprise, or similar)
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookups, and reporting
• Understanding of percentage‑of‑completion accounting and revenue recognition preferred
• Knowledge of AIA billing and WIP reporting
• Union payroll or certified payroll experience is a plus