Project Accountant - Construction [82373]

Onward Search; Menomonee Falls (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Onward Search is looking for a Project Accountant to join their team in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin. This role focuses on managing project financial records, ensuring invoice accuracy, and collaborating with project teams to maintain budget adherence.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and at least 5 years of experience in construction finance. This is a full-time position requiring on-site presence 5 days a week, emphasizing attention to detail and strong financial management skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience managing project finances in a construction environment.
• Solid understanding of invoicing, expense tracking, and financial reconciliation.
• Ability to work on-site consistently.

Responsibilities

• Manage project financial records and monitor budget adherence.
• Review invoices for accuracy and ensure they align with project bids.
• Track expenses and reconcile accounts related to construction projects.
• Assist in preparing financial reports for project milestones.
• Collaborate with project teams to stay within cost parameters.

Skills

Construction accounting principles

Budget adherence

Attention to detail

Financial reconciliation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Job description

A leading construction firm is hiring a Project Accountant to support their on-site team in Wisconsin. The company specializes in construction projects across various sectors, including commercial and healthcare. This is a full-time position requiring on-site presence, 5 days a week. Join a company committed to financial accuracy and project success.

• Manage project financial records and monitor budget adherence.
• Review invoices for accuracy and ensure they align with project bids.
• Track expenses and reconcile accounts related to construction projects.
• Assist in preparing financial reports for project milestones.
• Collaborate with project teams to stay within cost parameters.
• Extensive knowledge of construction accounting principles and GMP concepts.
• Proven experience managing project finances in a construction environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field; relevant experience may substitute.
• Solid understanding of invoicing, expense tracking, and financial reconciliation.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work on-site consistently.