Project Accountant | TWC

RiseMe; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

TW Constructors (TWC) in St. Louis, MO seeks a Project Accountant to manage accounts payable/receivable, job costing, and invoicing for project teams. You will ensure accurate coding, timely invoicing, and GAAP compliance while supporting project managers and engineers throughout the lifecycle.

Role emphasizes vendor communication, proactive invoice collection, and meticulous maintenance of vendor records, including W-9s, 1099s, and contract compliance across DataServ and Textura platforms.

Qualifications

• Experience managing AP/AR and job costing systems.
• Proficient in preparing and processing invoices and supporting GAAP adherence.
• Strong vendor communication and invoice follow-up skills.

Responsibilities

• Receive, code, and route invoices for approval.
• Enter approved invoices into the accounting system with accurate coding.
• Review vendor records and resolve billing or payment discrepancies.
• Communicate with vendors about payment status and inquiries.
• Assist with 1099 forms and GAAP compliance.
• Collect and maintain W-9 forms for vendors.
• Organize accounts payable files and monitor subcontractor records.
• Verify billings stay within contractual limits and change orders.
• Proactively request invoices from subcontractors and vendors when needed.
• Prepare and distribute customer invoices, including AIA docs, per contract terms.
• Process invoices through DataServ and Textura.
• Generate AR aging reports and collections summaries.

Skills

Accounts payable

Accounts receivable

Job costing systems

Invoicing

Vendor communication

Time management

Tools

DataServ

Textura

Job description

Project Accountant

TW Constructors (TWC)

Full Time

St. Louis, MO.

About Us

TW Constructors has provided the best in design/build construction, interior renovation, and construction management to companies in the St. Louis market and Nationwide for over 20 years. As a result, we are ranked the 2nd largest Minority Owned Business Enterprise in the St. Louis metropolitan area. TW Constructors takes pride in providing clients with superior service through the entire construction process. From project concept, through inception and development and into the project completion and occupancy, TW Constructors manages and supports all aspects of the project including budgeting, estimating, scheduling, planning, and construction. We will be there to support our clients as long as they need our support. TW Constructors is building more than state-of-the-art facilities, we are building and supporting our clients and their communities.

The Role

The Project Accountant is responsible for maintaining a strong working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and job cost systems. This role involves supporting project teams by answering inquiries regarding invoice status and providing insight into available job cost reports. The Project Accountant must effectively manage time, prioritize tasks, and organize workload to meet deadlines. Coordination with subcontractors and suppliers is essential to ensure timely invoicing. Strong communication skills and the ability to navigate financial systems are key to supporting project managers and engineers throughout the project lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Receive, code, and route invoices for appropriate approval.
• Enter approved invoices into the accounting system, ensuring accurate coding and classification.
• Review vendor records and statements; investigate and resolve billing or payment discrepancies.
• Communicate with vendors regarding payment status and respond to related inquiries.
• Assist with the preparation of 1099 forms and ensure compliance with company policies and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Collect and maintain W-9 forms for all vendors.
• Organize and manage both open and paid accounts payable files.
• Monitor subcontractor records within the accounting system.
• Verify that billings do not exceed contractual limits or pending change orders issued by project management.
• Proactively request invoices from subcontractors and vendors when necessary.
• Prepare and distribute customer invoices, including AIA documentation and supporting materials, in accordance with contractual terms and agreements.
• Process invoices electronically through platforms such as DataServ and Textura.
• Generate accounts receivable aging reports and collections summaries for management review.