Accounts Receivable Project Accountant

Overview:

We are partnering with a growing, team-oriented organization to hire an Accounts Receivable Specialist / Project Accountant. This is a high-impact role supporting complex, large-scale construction projects within a collaborative accounting team known for its strong tenure and supportive leadership. This position is open due to an internal promotion, reflecting the company’s commitment to career growth and advancement.

Position Summary:

The Accounts Receivable Specialist / Project Accountant will manage billing and receivables for major contracts, partnering closely with project managers, account managers, and general contractors. This role will handle detailed, project-based invoicing, contract support, and collections efforts. The ideal candidate is experienced in construction or project-based accounting and thrives in a detail-oriented, collaborative setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage full-cycle AR and project billing for large-scale contracts, including AIA billing and time & materials invoicing
• Collaborate with general contractors, project managers, and account managers to support billing accuracy, change orders, and job costing
• Prepare and track pay applications, lien waivers, and vendor waivers, coordinating with AP to ensure compliance requirements are met
• Submit and manage billing through GC portals (e.g., Textura, Procore) and maintain accurate project documentation
• Perform account reconciliations and collections for assigned projects, resolving discrepancies and ensuring timely payment
• Assist with contract review and administration, acting as a liaison between internal stakeholders, customers, and legal counsel
• Support project compliance requirements, including insurance documentation (e.g., CSIP) and bond-related items
• Oversee billing for multiple locations, including a mix of major contract and service-based billing for an additional office
• Process cash applications and deposits (EFTs and checks) on a rotating basis within the AR team
• Serve as a key contributor on complex, high-value projects, ensuring accuracy and attention to detail across a moderate volume of highly detailed invoices

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in accounts receivable and/or project accounting
• 2+ years of experience working in the construction industry, required
• Experience with AIA billing, job costing, and contract-based invoicing
• Familiarity with GC billing portals (Textura, Procore, or similar) is a plus
• Strong understanding of lien waivers, pay applications, and construction billing processes
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a detail-oriented environment
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate cross-functionally

Compensation

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