Project Accountant

Job Title: Project AccountantJob Description

We are seeking a dedicated Project Accountant to join our accounting and finance team. This role is ideal for a financial professional eager to engage in the construction project life cycle within a collaborative environment, serving as a crucial link between project management and finance.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with project teams on the financial workflow of projects, from setup and template preparation to cost code entry and budget management.

• Oversee the project billing process, ensuring the inclusion of supporting documents and compliance items.

• Assist project teams in producing timely and accurate reporting requirements.

• Record and review project revenue and costs, acting as the point person for these tasks.

• Investigate project variances and submit variance reports to management.

• Prepare monthly cost to complete reports and communicate profitability to management.

• Code and route commitments and vendor invoices for project management approval.

• Process subcontractor contracts electronically and track required documents.

• Create monthly status reports, conduct budget analysis, and manage monthly closings.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

• Project accounting expertise

• Strong attention to detail

• Self-motivation

• Compliance and revenue analysis

• Document control

• Construction accounting knowledge

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or relevant experience

• Minimum of 3 years in a financial environment

• Proficiency in MS Office and general software

• Comfortable with a paperless environment

• Energetic, with a 'people person' attitude

• Detail-oriented with a strong understanding of accounting practices

• Knowledge of the construction industry is a plus

Work Environment

This is an on-site position located in the Berkshires of Massachusetts. The working hours are Monday to Friday, 8 am to 5 pm, with occasional travel to work-sites as needed.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Lenox, MA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $75000.00 - $90000.00/yr.

Company benefits will be sent to candidate with offer letter.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Lenox,MA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 28, 2026.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.