Project Accountant

CFS

Gahanna, OH

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$45,000–$55,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounting Policies, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Air Intelligence Agency (AIA), Billing, Budget Management, Communication Skills, Construction, Construction Accounting Software, Construction Projects, Cost Analysis, Cost Control, Detail Oriented, Financial Management, Financial Projections, Microsoft Excel, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Performance Analysis, Project Tracking, Project/Program Coordination, Revenue Recognition, Team Player, Time Management
LOCATION
Gahanna, OH
POSTED
2 days ago

Job Title: Project Accountant (Onsite)
Location: Gahanna
Salary: $45,000 – $55,000 annually (based on experience)
Schedule: Full-Time | Fully Onsite



Position Overview


We are seeking a detail-oriented Project Accountant to join our team in Gahanna, Ohio. This fully onsite role is responsible for managing financial aspects of construction projects, with a strong focus on AIA billing and project cost tracking. The ideal candidate will have experience in construction accounting and a thorough understanding of job costing and contract compliance.



Key Responsibilities




  • Prepare and process AIA billing (G702/G703 forms) accurately and timely




  • Manage job costing, budget tracking, and cost analysis for multiple projects




  • Monitor project financial performance and identify variances




  • Coordinate with project managers to ensure accurate billing and revenue recognition




  • Track subcontractor invoices, lien waivers, and compliance documentation




  • Support month-end close processes related to project accounting




  • Assist with accounts payable and receivable related to assigned projects




  • Maintain organized and accurate financial records





Qualifications




  • 2+ years of experience in project accounting, preferably in construction




  • Required: Hands-on experience with AIA billing




  • Strong understanding of job costing and percentage-of-completion accounting




  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel




  • Experience with construction accounting software preferred




  • High attention to detail and strong organizational skills




  • Excellent communication and collaboration abilities





About the Company

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CFS

Founded by CPA firms in 1994, Creative Financial Staffing has spent over 30 years helping job seekers and employers succeed. In fall 2025, we rebranded as CFS—a name that reflects our full range of expertise while staying true to the trusted company you know.

CFS is the industry’s leading employee-owned staffing firm, connecting top talent in accounting, finance, technology, and human resources. We provide skilled professionals on both a temporary and permanent basis across diverse industries, leveraging our extensive network to match the right people with the right opportunities.

Our dedication to excellence extends to our award-winning culture, recognized repeatedly for growth, recruiting, workplace environment, and employee support. Honors include Forbes’ “America’s Best Recruiting and Temporary Staffing Firms,” Staffing Industry Analysts’ top U.S. staffing rankings, FlexJobs’ Top 100 Companies for Remote and Hybrid Work, Top Workplaces USA, Newsweek’s Best Practices awards, and more.

COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Financial Services
FOUNDED
1994
WEBSITE
http://www.cfstaffing.com/