Junior Project Accountant (BBS943)

Hire Overseas; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 645,000 - 1,014,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

USD salary bi-monthly

Paid time off

Holidays observed

Remote work

Job summary

Hire Overseas is seeking a Junior Project Accountant to support the project team for a fast-moving construction management firm with multi-state projects. You will learn construction accounting hands-on, handling costs, billings, change orders, supplier purchases, and expense reports while supporting the Senior Project Accountant.

You will work remotely with US business hours and have a clear growth path to a full Project Accountant role within 6–12 months.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in construction or project accounting preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in postings, reconciliations and reports.
• Excellent communication and teamwork with project teams, contractors, and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Post project costs, billings, and change orders accurately and on time.
• Prepare project draw packets in AIA G702/G703 format with documentation.
• Complete monthly bank reconciliations and assist with daily/weekly/monthly close tasks.
• Support budget management and flag variances early.

Skills

Excel

QuickBooks Contractor Pro

Detail oriented

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Remote work

US business hours

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Office

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

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