Construction Accountant

Robert Half

Lacey, WA

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SKILLS

Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounting Software, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Administrative Skills, Air Intelligence Agency (AIA), Billing, Budget Management, Budgeting, Communication Skills, Construction, Cost Accounting, Cost Control, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Disability Insurance, Documentation, Expense Tracking, Finance, Financial Audit, Financial Projections, Financial Reporting, Forecasting, General Ledger Accounting, Journal Entries, Legal Support Skills, Liens, Life Insurance, Marketing, Multitasking, Profit & Loss, Project Schedule, Project Tracking, Project/Program Management, Reconciliation, Regulatory Compliance, Sage 300

LOCATION

Lacey, WA

POSTED

Today

Description A well-established construction company in the Lacey area is seeking a Construction Accountant for a long-term contract engagement with strong potential for full-time conversion. This role is ideal for someone experienced in job cost accounting and WIP schedules who can step in and support ongoing projects. Key Responsibilities + Manage job cost accounting, including tracking project expenses, budgets, and variances + Prepare and maintain Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules and project profitability reports + Support month-end close, including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations + Oversee AP/AR related to projects, including subcontractor payments and billing + Assist with progress billing (AIA) and lien releases + Reconcile general ledger accounts and ensure accurate financial reporting + Partner with project managers to monitor budgets and forecast project financials + Support audit requests and compliance documentation Requirements 3+ years of accounting experience, with construction or job cost accounting required Strong understanding of WIP, job costing, and percentage-of-completion accounting Experience with accounting systems (Viewpoint, Sage 100/300, or similar preferred) Intermediate Excel skills (tracking, reporting, reconciliations) High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously Strong communication skills and ability to partner with operations teams Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) .

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Robert Half

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