Remote Junior Project Accountant - Construction Billing & Draws

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

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