Senior Project Accountant (Commercial Construction)

Tiello; Massachusetts; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Tiello LLC partners with a highly regarded General Contractor in Boston, MA to recruit a Senior Project Accountant. This hybrid role supports project accounting and financial operations across multiple construction projects, collaborating with project managers and internal teams to ensure accurate reporting and timely close.

The successful candidate will bring 3–5+ years of construction accounting experience, proficiency with Procore or Sage 300, and strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of experience in construction or project accounting.
• Strong knowledge of construction accounting procedures, project financials, budgets and forecasting.
• Experience with lien releases, A/P, A/R, payroll and taxes.
• Procore or Sage 300 is required; experience with both is preferred.
• Supervisory or management experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounting activities and financial transactions across multiple construction projects.
• Oversee project budgets, forecasts, costs, billings, and financial reporting.
• Review and process change orders and prepare lien releases.
• Reconcile A/P and A/R and ensure accurate project financial records.
• Assist with payroll, taxes, and audit activities as needed.
• Support project managers with financial insights and variance analysis.

Skills

Construction accounting

Financial reporting

Attention to detail

Communication

Forecasting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business

Tools

Procore

Sage 300

Job description

Tiello is partnered with a highly regarded General Contractor in their search for a Senior Project Accountant to join and grow with their team in Boston, MA. This is a hybrid opportunity with a well-established construction team and offers the opportunity to take on a key role supporting project accounting and financial operations.

Role Summary:

The Senior Project Accountant will be responsible for managing project accounting activities, financial reporting, forecasting, and accounting transactions throughout the project lifecycle. The ideal candidate will have strong construction accounting experience, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work closely with project management and internal teams. Management or supervisory experience is preferred.

Job Responsibilities:

• Manage accounting activities and financial transactions across multiple construction projects.


• Manage project financials, including budgets, forecasts, costs, billings, and financial reporting.


• Review and process change orders, including approved, unpriced, and unapproved change orders.


• Prepare and manage lien releases and related project documentation.


• Reconcile accounts payable and accounts receivable.


• Prepare and maintain project budgets and financial forecasts.


• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities.


• Prepare and review financial statements, including balance sheets and profit and loss statements.


• Ensure timely processing of invoices, payments, and other project-related financial transactions.


• Assist with payroll, taxes, and other accounting-related activities as needed.


• Audit financial transactions and supporting documentation for accuracy and compliance.


• Maintain accurate and organized project financial records and documentation.


• Work closely with Project Managers and internal teams to monitor project financial performance.


• Maintain confidentiality of financial information and ensure compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.


• Provide guidance and support to accounting team members and assist with team management and supervision as needed.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• 3-5+ years of experience in construction accounting, project accounting, or a related accounting role within the construction industry.


• Experience working for a General Contractor or Specialty Contractor preferred.


• Strong understanding of construction accounting procedures, project financials, budgets, forecasting, billing, and change orders.


• Experience with lien releases, accounts payable, accounts receivable, taxes, and payroll.


• Experience with either Procore or Sage 300 is required. Experience with both is highly preferred.


• Previous management or supervisory experience is preferred.


• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.


• Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines simultaneously.


• Strong communication and organizational skills.


• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred.

Tiello LLC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protectedor any other characteristic protected by law.