Project Accountant (Construction exp. req'd)

Jobot

Castroville, CA

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$110,000–$130,000 Per Year

SKILLS

Accounting, Accounting Close, Agriculture, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Billing, Budget Management, Change Order Management, Change Requests/Orders, Civil Engineering, Commercial Construction, Communication Skills, Construction, Construction Design, Construction Management, Cost Accounting, Cost Allocation, Cost Control, Cost Engineering, Cost Modeling, Detail Oriented, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Establish Priorities, Financial Control, Financial Management, Financial Projections, Green Business, Green Construction, Healthcare, Journal Entries, Leadership, Legal, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Performance Management, Progress Reports, Project Lifecycle, Project Tracking, Project/Program Coordination, Project/Program Management, Purchase Orders, Records Management, Retail, Team Player, Time Management

LOCATION

Castroville, CA

POSTED

6 days ago

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Salary: $110,000 - $130,000 per year

A bit about us:

We are an award-winning Design-Build construction company that has served the Central Coast of California for over 50 years. Led by a licensed engineer, the firm holds Class A and B contractor licenses, maintains the highest bond rating in the industry, and operates an in-house team of licensed architects and civil engineers. Our portfolio spans a wide range of large-scale commercial projects including agricultural, healthcare, education, hospitality, retail, and industrial all delivered through a single-source model that prioritizes cost control, speed, and quality. We are also a recognized leader in sustainable building practices, with certified green building professionals on staff.

Job Title: Project Cost Accountant (Construction)
Job Location: Castroville, CA
Work Schedule: 100% On-Site | Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM PST
Salary: $110,000 - $130,000 base salary + Performance Bonus + Health Insurance + 401(k) + PTO

Why join us?

50-year track record of stability and growth on the Central Coast
Family-oriented, community-rooted culture -- flexible, non-corporate, and built on trust
Opportunity to become the in-house expert in project accounting, not a stepping stone to a controller seat
Company actively embraces AI tools (Claude, ChatGPT) -- curious learners will thrive here
Comprehensive benefits including 401K contribution (3-5%, non-matching -- given to you regardless), HSA, medical, and annual performance bonuses
Work on a diverse mix of large-scale commercial projects across multiple industries

Job Details

The Project Cost Accountant is a specialized, career-track position responsible for tracking and managing financial performance across active commercial construction projects. This is not a generalist accounting role -it requires someone who understands the nuances of project-based cost accounting in a large-scale commercial construction environment. The right candidate will be proficient in construction ERP and project management platforms, comfortable with AI productivity tools, and ready to contribute with minimal ramp time.

What You'll Own
Monitor and manage project budgets, cost codes, and expenditures across active commercial construction jobs
Process and reconcile subcontractor and vendor invoices against project contracts and purchase orders
Track committed costs, change orders, and job cost variances throughout the project lifecycle
Prepare and distribute regular WIP (work-in-progress) reports for project managers and leadership
Coordinate with project managers and field staff to ensure accurate cost allocation and timely billing
Support monthly close processes including job cost journal entries and cost-to-complete projections
Maintain organized project financial records across construction management and ERP platforms
Leverage AI tools to improve reporting efficiency and workflow

Skills required:
1-10 years of experieince:
Demonstrated experience in project cost accounting within a commercial construction environment -- large-scale projects required; residential or small contractor background will not be considered
Proficiency in Procore and Sage Intacct strongly preferred
Familiarity with or active curiosity about AI productivity tools
Understanding of construction financials: WIP schedules, job costing, change order management, and subcontractor billing
Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple active projects simultaneously
Collaborative communicator who works well with project managers and field teams
Adaptable mindset
You're looking for a long-term home in project accounting, not a path to a corner office

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COMPANY SIZE

100 to 499 employees

INDUSTRY

Staffing/Employment Agencies

FOUNDED

2018

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