Project Accountant

We are seeking a detail-oriented Project Accountant with experience supporting real estate development, construction, capital projects, and property renovations for a 6-month contract. This role serves as a key liaison between construction operations and accounting, ensuring accurate financial tracking, vendor compliance, invoice processing, lien waiver management, and project cost reporting.

The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of construction accounting, job costing, subcontractor management, and project documentation, along with the ability to support multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Process and track high-volume invoices related to construction, capital improvement, and renovation projects.
• Review invoice packages for accuracy, approvals, proper coding, and supporting documentation.
• Manage and track lien waivers, releases, and subcontractor compliance documentation prior to payment processing.
• Maintain vendor and subcontractor records, including W-9s, certificates of insurance, contracts, and compliance requirements.
• Assist with project budget tracking, job costing, variance analysis, and expenditure reporting.
• Support month-end close activities related to construction and development projects.
• Coordinate invoice submissions and payment approvals with Accounting and Project Management teams.
• Reconcile vendor statements and investigate discrepancies.
• Monitor project commitments, change orders, retainage balances, and contract compliance.
• Maintain accurate project records within Monday.com and other accounting or project management systems.
• Organize and manage contracts, purchase orders, change orders, permits, and project documentation.
• Assist with construction draws, project reporting, and financial documentation for leadership.
• Prepare weekly and monthly project cost reports for construction and executive leadership teams.
• Partner closely with Project Managers, Development Managers, Contractors, and Accounting teams to ensure accurate project financials.
• Perform additional accounting and project administration duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Qualifications

• 1+ years of project accounting, construction accounting, accounts payable, or real estate development accounting experience.
• Experience managing lien waivers, subcontractor compliance, and construction vendor documentation.
• Strong understanding of construction accounting principles, job costing, purchase orders, contract administration, retainage, and project billing.
• Experience processing high-volume invoices with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with Monday.com, Procore, Sage, Yardi, CMiC, Buildertrend, Viewpoint, or similar construction/project management software preferred.
• Ability to review and interpret contracts, budgets, construction documentation, and financial reports.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally across construction, operations, and accounting teams.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Construction Management, or related field preferred.

Preferred Experience

• Real estate development, multifamily, commercial, or residential construction experience.
• Construction draw processing and lender reporting.
• Knowledge of AIA billing, retainage, change orders, and project cost controls.
• Experience supporting capital expenditure (CapEx) projects and renovation budgets.
• Familiarity with subcontractor compliance programs and documentation requirements.

What We're Looking For

• Exceptional attention to detail and financial accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing deadlines.
• Strong ownership mentality and accountability.
• Collaborative team player who works effectively with field and corporate teams.
• Proactive problem-solver with a service-oriented approach.
• High level of professionalism and confidentiality when handling financial information.

Compensation

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