Job Title: Project Accountant
Job Description
This Project Accountant role focuses on managing the financial aspects of construction projects, including preparation and submission of monthly project pay applications, review of subcontractor billings, and administration of certified payroll and compliance reports. The position requires close collaboration with project managers and vendors to ensure accurate billing, timely funding, and effective financial control across all assigned construction projects.
Responsibilities
Prepare and submit monthly construction project pay applications and all required accompanying reports.
Manage and process billings for projects with Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) structures, ensuring accuracy and compliance with contract terms.
Interpret and apply terms from construction contracts and subcontractor agreements consistently across all assigned projects.
Prepare monthly Project Work in Progress (WIP) reports for assigned projects and review and discuss these reports with the project manager.
Collect and review subcontractor progress billings to ensure accuracy, completeness, and alignment with project status and contract terms.
Collect and review subcontractor sub-tier documentation to verify compliance and accuracy.
Administer, collect, and audit project certified payroll reports and Section 3 reports in coordination with sub-tier contractors and program administrators.
Work closely with project managers to ensure funding is received in a timely manner to support scheduled payments.
Review and approve project-related payables on a weekly basis, ensuring proper documentation and coding.
Communicate regularly with project personnel and external vendors to address project-related accounting questions and requests.
Support and participate in special projects and ad hoc assignments related to project accounting as needed.
Essential Skills
3+ years of construction project accounting experience or a bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Construction Management.
1+ years of experience using Microsoft Excel, including the ability to review existing templates and spreadsheets.
Hands-on experience with project accounting, billing, and financial reporting in a construction environment.
Ability to understand and apply terms in construction contracts and subcontractor contracts.
Strong attention to detail when reviewing subcontractor progress billings and sub-tier documentation.
Ability to prepare and analyze Project Work in Progress (WIP) reports and discuss findings with project managers.
Experience administering and auditing certified payroll and Section 3 reports.
Strong communication skills to interact effectively with project personnel and external vendors.
Ability to review and approve payables accurately and on a consistent weekly schedule.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Construction Management (in lieu of 3+ years of construction project accounting experience).
Experience with Vista Viewpoint (formerly Viewpoint) construction accounting software.
Experience with Textura Payment Management or similar payment management platforms.
Familiarity with construction industry compliance requirements, including certified payroll and Section 3 reporting.
Ability to support special projects and adapt to changing project accounting needs.
Work Environment
This role is fully onsite five days per week, providing close collaboration with project managers, project personnel, and other internal teams. You will work in a professional construction project office environment, using tools such as Microsoft Excel and specialized construction accounting and payment management systems, including Vista Viewpoint and Textura Payment Management. The position involves regular interaction with external vendors and subcontractors, as well as consistent engagement with project documentation, reports, and financial records.
*Lower end of the pay scale is for Degree and no experince, higher end of pay is for a degree plus full years of experince in project accounting
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Albuquerque, NM.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $26.44 - $36.06/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Albuquerque,NM.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 12, 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.
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