Construction Project Accountant
Our client located in Frisco, TX has a need for Construction Project Accountant. This is an onsite, direct hire opportunity.
Company Profile
Construction and Procurement
Construction Project Accountant Role:
The Construction Project Accountant will serve as a critical financial and operational partner supporting construction and procurement initiatives across the organization.
This individual will oversee project costing, budgeting, reporting, invoicing, procurement related accounting workflows, and financial analysis tied to active projects.
This is not a traditional transactional accounting role. The ideal candidate will understand how project activity impacts financial performance and will be able to communicate project financial status clearly to leadership.
The role requires someone highly detail oriented who can operate independently in a lean accounting environment while managing multiple active projects simultaneously.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage accounting activities for construction and project based operations including job costing, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting
Review and reconcile invoices, purchase orders, subcontractor payments, and change orders
Prepare project cost reports, variance analyses, and financial forecasts
Track project expenditures and identify potential cost overruns or savings opportunities
Collaborate closely with accounting, procurement, and project management teams
Maintain accurate financial records and support month end close activities
Assist with audits and financial documentation requests
Support process improvement initiatives and accounting controls
Provide clear financial notes and reporting narratives explaining project financial movement
Manage high volume project activity in a fast paced environment
Construction Project Accountant Background Profile:
Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
Approximately 5 to 7 years of project accounting experience preferred
Construction accounting experience strongly preferred
Experience supporting construction, oil & gas, procurement, or project based environments
Experience with Procurify required/preferred
Strong Bill.com experience required
QuickBooks and QuickBooks Enterprise experience required
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required
Strong understanding of project cost controls, financial reporting, and budgeting
Ability to work independently with minimal oversight
Strong communication and organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
Benefits and Features
Salary plus Bonus
401k with 3% match
PTO and Holiday Pay
Health Benefit Packages