Sr. Project Accountant

Shawmut Design and Construction; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

ESOP

401(K) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Summer Fridays

Volunteer day

Cell phone

Laptop

Tuition reimbursement

Pet insurance

Financial planning

Job summary

Starlite Building Services is seeking a Sr. Project Accountant to oversee financials for large, complex projects in the Miami area. You will partner with Project Managers to manage budgets, billing (AIA), and cost controls, ensuring contract alignment and timely payments.

The role requires 5+ years in project accounting, strong knowledge of CMIC/Textura is a plus, and proficiency with MS Office. Bachelor’s degree preferred. This position is based in Miami with some remote flexibility.

Qualifications

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

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.

Skills

AIA billing

Subcontractor compliance

Cost forecasting

Revenue recognition

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree or commensurate experience

Tools

CMIC

Textura

Job description

Sr. Project Accountant

US-FL-Miami

Job ID: 2026-6932

# of Openings: 1

Category: Accounting/Finance

Miami

Overview

Starlite Building Services is 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'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).

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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