Senior Project Accountant
Job Description
Job Description
We are looking for an experienced Senior Project Accountant to support the financial management of commercial construction projects in the South Shore area. This hybrid role partners closely with project teams, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders to keep project records accurate, billing on schedule, and financial documentation complete. The ideal candidate brings strong project accounting expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to stay organized in a fast-moving environment.
Responsibilities:
• Partner with project managers and field teams from project award through closeout to maintain accurate financial records and support project execution.
• Set up new jobs and divisional structures, enter buyout information, and organize required documentation such as bonds and business license renewals.
• Review customer contract terms to ensure billing procedures, reporting obligations, and closeout requirements are properly followed throughout the project lifecycle.
• Prepare and submit client invoices, monitor receivables, and escalate collection concerns promptly when payment issues arise.
• Enter and maintain project financial data in Sage, including budgets, subcontract commitments, and change orders.
• Work with project teams to gather lien waivers, track preliminary notices, and confirm compliance requirements are met before releasing vendor or subcontractor payments.
• Recommend weekly payment selections for subcontractors and respond to inquiries regarding payment timing and status.
• Coordinate project closeout activities by arranging meetings, supporting final documentation, and releasing notices of completion as needed.
• Participate in project startup sessions, award meetings, production calls, and other coordination meetings to keep accounting activities aligned with operational needs.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or comparable practical experience in a related field is preferred.• At least 3 years of project accounting experience, with 4 or more years preferred.
• Direct experience in commercial construction accounting is required.
• Strong analytical ability with a solid understanding of job cost tracking and project financial reporting.
• Proficiency with Sage is preferred, and familiarity with Procore is beneficial.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, Word, and Outlook, are desired.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively across all levels of an organization.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities successfully in a fast-paced work environment.
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