Sr. Project Accountant

Starlite Building Services; Miami (FL); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision insurance

ESOP – employee ownership

401(k) with company match (up to 4%)

Generous PTO & holidays

Tuition reimbursement & other perks

Job summary

Starlite Building Services in Miami seeks an experienced Project Accountant to oversee financials for large, complex projects. You will partner with Project Managers, set up budgets in CMiC, manage owner billing, and ensure subcontractor compliance across contracts.

The role requires 5+ years in project accounting, familiarity with AIA billing, cost forecasting, and revenue recognition. Construction industry experience is preferred; CMiC/Textura skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• Experience: 5+ years in project accounting with working knowledge of AIA billing, subcontractor compliance, cost forecasting & revenue recognition.
• Education: Bachelor's degree preferred, or commensurate experience.
• Additional role-specific skills: Construction industry experience preferred - GC or subcontractor.
• CMiC & Textura experience preferred but not required.
• Strong working knowledge of MS Office (MSWord, Excel, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Lead financial oversight of a portfolio of large, complex projects.
• Serve as a trusted financial partner to Project Managers and Operational Leaders.
• Set up project budget within CMiC to ensure accuracy and alignment with contract.
• Establish & maintain job specific rate tables in accordance with contract.
• Lead owner billing process: prepare, review, post, and maintain billing trackers; support collections to receive payments within terms.
• Ensure subcontractor compliance, including insurance, lien waivers, and second-tier requirements.
• Manage subcontractor payment processes and respond to inquiries.
• Review, approve, and cost-code invoices; process cost reallocations.
• Partner with vendors and AP to resolve invoice discrepancies.
• Review monthly Cost-to-Complete (CTC) reports; analyze gross profit fluctuations, risks and opportunities.
• Provide support for internal and external audits.
• Attend Project Meetings as needed (kickoffs, financial reviews, closeout).
• Prepare project WIP entries, including R&O analysis.
• Support teams with project revenue projections and alignment with performance.
• Provide mentorship and coaching to junior accounting staff, as applicable.

Skills

Project accounting

AIA billing

Subcontractor compliance

Cost forecasting

Revenue recognition

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Experience commensurate

Tools

CMiC

Textura

MS Office

Job description

Overview

Starlite Building Servicesis a construction services operation that serves clients throughout Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New Hampshire, New York City, Miami, Bentonville, AR and Los Angeles. Our team is made up of hundreds of talented and dedicated craft workers providing valuable assistance with project scope, budgeting, scheduling, site logistics, and materials.Join our team to bring exceptional building experience via assurance, control, efficiency, cost and time savings, quality, and—of course—safety.

Here’s a glimpse into what we offer:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)–Be an employee-owner!
• 401(K) with Company Match – Receive a company match up to 4% of your eligible pay.
• Generous Paid Time Off – vacation and sick time, 12 holidays, summer Fridays, and a yearly volunteer day.
• The Extras – Cell phone, laptop, tuition reimbursement, pet insurance, financial planning services, and more

*Please note: this person is required to work from the Miami office 3x per week, with the option to work from home 2x per week.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial oversight of a portfolio of large, complex projects.
• Serve as a trusted financial partner to Project Managers and Operational Leaders.
• Set up project budget within CMiC to ensure accuracy and alignment with contract.
• Establish & maintain job specific rate tables in accordance with contract.
• Lead owner billing process: prepare, review, post, and maintain billing trackers; participate in pencil reviews with clients as needed. Support collection efforts to receive payments within contract terms.
• Ensure subcontractor compliance, including insurance, lien waivers, and second-tier requirements.
• Manage subcontractor payment processes and respond to subcontractor inquiries.
• Review, approve, and cost-code invoices. Process cost reallocations.
• Partner with vendors and Accounts Payable to resolve invoice discrepancies.
• Review monthly Cost-to-Complete (CTC) reports; analyze and explain gross profit fluctuations, identifying risks and opportunities.
• Provide support for internal and external audits.
• Attend Project Meetings as needed (kickoffs,financialreviews, &closeout).
• Prepare project Specific Work-in-Process (WIP) entries, including Risk & Opportunity (R&O) analysis.
• Support teams with project revenue projections and ensure alignment with project performance.
• Provide mentorship and coaching to junior accounting staff, as applicable.

Qualifications

• Experience: 5+ years’ experience in project accounting with working knowledge of AIA billing, subcontractor compliance, cost forecasting & revenue recognition.

• Education: Bachelor'sdegree preferred, or commensurate experience.

• Additional Role Specific Skills:

• Construction industry experience preferred - GC or subcontractor.

• CMIC & Textura experience preferred but not required.
• Strong working knowledge of MS Office (MSWord, Excel, PowerPoint).

EEO Information

Starlite prohibits discrimination against any staff member or applicant on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, religion, national origin, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, disability, creed, citizenship status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Salary Range Information

Miami Base Salary Range: $85,000 - $110,000 The range stated is specific to Miami. Placement within the listed range depends on many factors including, but not limited to years of experience, project size capability (for Construction & Field roles) and internal company equity.