Project Accountant (Construction)
Job Description:
This role is a senior staff-level construction accounting position supporting a growing, profitable construction contractor in the Baltimore area. You will handle core accounting functions such as cash management, job costing, billing, and subledger oversight while working closely with senior leadership in a small, collaborative back-office team. The position is designed for an experienced construction accounting professional who is ready to take on significant responsibility in a fast-paced, project-driven environment and who is interested in long-term growth and succession opportunities as the company expands.
Responsibilities:
Perform daily bank reconciliations and monitor the company's cash position, tracking trends and ensuring timely posting of wires and deposits.
Oversee and reconcile all accounting subledgers, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Billing, and Payroll, to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
Support and maintain job costing processes, including work-in-progress (WIP) schedules and change order tracking, ensuring accurate project financial reporting.
Collaborate closely with project managers and estimators to verify financial accuracy related to job costs, WIP, and change orders.
Participate in month-end close activities, including preparing and posting journal entries, completing account reconciliations, and performing variance analysis.
Provide backup coverage for transactional accounting functions such as Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Payroll during vacations and peak workload periods.
Assist leadership in expanding and refining system workflows, internal controls, and reporting capabilities to support ongoing growth initiatives.
Maintain organized and accurate electronic and paper file management systems to support audits, reporting, and internal reviews.
Leverage advanced Microsoft Excel skills to analyze data, prepare schedules, and support financial reporting and decision-making.
Adapt quickly to the company's accounting software and participate in system enhancements and process improvements as needed.
Essential Skills:
3-5+ years of accounting experience in construction, heavy civil, or other project-based environments in a non-entry-level capacity.
Strong knowledge of construction accounting principles, including job costing, WIP schedules, billing processes, and change orders.
Proficiency in general ledger accounting and account reconciliation.
Hands-on experience with financial reporting and month-end close processes, including journal entries and variance analysis.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis.
Demonstrated ability to learn and adapt quickly to new accounting software platforms.
Excellent organizational skills with strong electronic and paper file management capabilities.
High attention to detail and accuracy in reconciliations, reporting, and documentation.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, project-driven environment and manage multiple priorities.
Strong communication and collaboration skills for working with leadership, project managers, estimators, and accounting staff.
Additional Skills & Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience with Vista by Viewpoint or similar construction ERP systems is a significant plus.
Hands-on experience managing multiple subledgers and implementing internal controls in a construction setting.
Experience with cash management, including daily bank reconciliations and monitoring cash position.
Exposure to WIP reporting, change order tracking, and job costing in a construction environment.
Growth-oriented mindset with an interest in professional development and long-term career advancement within the organization.
Comfort working in a lean accounting team and providing backup support across AP, AR, and Payroll functions.
Work Environment:
This is a 100% on-site role based in the Baltimore, MD area, operating on standard business hours that typically start around 7:00 AM. You can expect extended hours, often 9-10 hour days, during month-end close periods and other peak times.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Baltimore, MD.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $115000.00/yr.
Simple 401k (Matches up to 3% of Salary) Medical Dental Vision Health Reimbursement Account Paid Time Off Paid Holidays
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Baltimore,MD.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 22, 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 astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
