Junior Project Accountant (BBS943)

Overseas (United States); Johannesburg; Remote; ZAR 690,000 - 1,051,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

USD salary paid bi-monthly

Paid Time Off

Holidays observance

100% remote setup

Job summary

Overseas is seeking a Junior Project Accountant to support the project team across multiple states. You will record costs, billings, and change orders, process purchases and expense reports, and assist with budgeting and month-end tasks.

The role offers remote work, USD compensation, and potential growth into a full Project Accountant within 6–12 months. You will report to the Senior Project Accountant, learn construction accounting processes, and work in a fast-paced environment with a

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in construction or project accounting preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and QuickBooks Contractor Pro.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy on postings, reconciliations, and reports.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication with project teams, contractors, and vendors.
• Able to multi-task, work under pressure, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced setting.
• Willingness to learn and collaborate with the team.
• Available to work full-time during US business hours.

Responsibilities

• Post project costs, billings, and change orders accurately and on time.
• Manage appliance orders and related expense reports.
• Process contractor invoices and change orders with correct job and cost coding.
• Create and submit contractor contracts.
• Prepare project draw packets in AIA G702 and G703 format with all required documentation.
• Provide supporting documentation and reporting for each draw packet.
• Prepare weekly project job cost reports and review for accuracy.
• Complete monthly bank reconciliations and support daily/weekly/monthly close tasks.
• Assist with budget management and flag variances early.
• Collaborate with accounting team on special projects and analysis.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Multitasking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

QuickBooks Contractor Pro

Job description

We're looking for a Junior Project Accountant to provide accounting support to the project team of a fast-moving construction management firm operating across 15 or more states with a specialty in multifamily and commercial projects. You will keep project transactions accurate and timely, including costs, billings, and change orders, handle purchases and expense reports, support budget management, and assist the Senior Project Accountant with daily, weekly, and monthly close tasks.

This role is built to grow. The goal is to prepare you to become a full Project Accountant within 6 to 12 months by teaching you the work from the ground up. You will report to the Senior Project Accountant, learn how construction accounting actually runs, and take on more ownership as you prove accuracy and reliability. If you are detail-oriented, comfortable in a fast-paced setting, and want to build a career in construction accounting, this role is a strong fit.

Why You'll Want to Join

• You will be paid in USD (bi-monthly: every 15th and 30th)
• Paid Time Off in accordance with company policy
• Observance of Holidays per company guidelines
• 100% remote setup so you can work wherever you're most productive
• This role requires availability during US business hours
• Clear growth path to a full Project Accountant role within 6 to 12 months
• Learn directly from a senior accountant inside a growing construction management firm with a multi-state project portfolio

What You'll Work On

Project Transactions and Purchasing

• Post project costs, billings, and change orders accurately and on time
• Manage appliance orders and related expense reports
• Process contractor invoices and change orders with correct job and cost coding
• Create and submit contractor contracts

Draw Packets and Reporting

• Prepare project draw packets in AIA G702 and G703 format with all required documentation for review
• Provide supporting documentation and reporting to substantiate each draw packet
• Prepare weekly project job cost reports and review them for accuracy before they go out

Reconciliation and Close Support

• Complete monthly bank reconciliations
• Support the Senior Project Accountant with daily, weekly, and monthly tasks to keep all data accurate
• Help with budget management and flag variances and discrepancies early

Team Support and Special Projects

• Collaborate with other accounting team members to support department goals
• Assist with special projects and ad hoc project analysis as needed

Requirements

What You Bring

• 1 to 2 years of experience in construction or project accounting preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, and QuickBooks Contractor Pro
• Strong attention to detail and a high standard of accuracy on postings, reconciliations, and reports
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the interpersonal skills to work with project teams, contractors, and vendors
• Ability to multi-task, work under pressure, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced setting
• Ability to work with limited supervision and ask good questions when you need to
• A collaborative approach and willingness to learn
• Available to work full-time during US business hours

Nice to Have

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, or Finance
• Experience with AIA draw packets, construction billing, or job costing
• Experience in multifamily, commercial, or renovation project environments
• Experience with contractor contracts, lien waivers, or change order processing