Overview
The organization is seeking a Junior Project Accountant to provide accounting support to the project team for a fast-moving construction management firm with a multi-state portfolio across 15 or more states, specializing in multifamily and commercial projects.
This role focuses on maintaining accurate and timely project accounting, including costs, billings, and change orders. You will also support purchasing, expense report processing, budget management, and help the Senior Project Accountant with daily, weekly, and monthly close tasks.
A structured growth plan is in place to prepare you to become a full Project Accountant within 6 to 12 months, with increased ownership based on accuracy and reliability.
Responsibilities
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 submission
Reconciliation and Close Support
- Complete monthly bank reconciliations
- Support the Senior Project Accountant with daily, weekly, and monthly tasks to keep data accurate
- Assist 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
- 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, including the ability to work effectively 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 needed
- Collaborative approach and willingness to learn
- Available to work full-time during US business hours
Preferred Qualifications
- 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
Compensation & Benefits
- Paid in USD bi-monthly (every 15th and 30th)
- Paid Time Off in accordance with company policy
- Observance of Holidays per company guidelines
Location
- 100% remote setup
- This role requires availability during US business hours