Construction Project Accountant

Robert Half • Paoli, PA • 1h ago

Description We are looking for a Construction Project Accountant to support the financial health of active projects. This long-term contract position is ideal for an accounting specialist who can manage project-level reporting, billing, and cost oversight while partnering closely with project teams and internal stakeholders. The role requires strong analytical ability, sound knowledge of construction accounting practices, and a commitment to accuracy, compliance, and timely financial communication.

Responsibilities:

Manage the accounting activities for several construction projects at the same time, ensuring records remain accurate and current throughout the project lifecycle.

Track budgets, committed costs, actual spending, and financial trends to help keep each project aligned with performance targets and client expectations.

Prepare recurring financial reviews that highlight profitability, cash flow, work-in-progress activity, and cost variances for project and leadership teams.

Develop and maintain cost-monitoring practices, identify unfavorable trends, and recommend practical opportunities to improve financial efficiency.

Partner with project managers to verify charges, review job cost details, and support informed decisions based on reliable financial data.

Produce project-specific financial statements and related reports, including income summaries, balance sheet support, and cash flow information.

Create and review client billings for completeness and accuracy, resolve invoice discrepancies, and coordinate required backup with project teams.

Monitor accounts receivable for assigned projects, follow up on outstanding balances, and help address payment delays in a timely manner.

Work closely with procurement and other internal departments to gather financial information, support reporting needs, and maintain compliance with accounting policies and standards.

Participate in project meetings, communicate financial updates to both operational and leadership stakeholders, and handle sensitive company information with discretion. Requirements - 2+ years of experience in project accounting, with preference for experience supporting construction or contract-based projects.

Working knowledge of construction accounting principles, including job cost tracking, budgeting, forecasting, and work-in-progress reporting.

Experience with account reconciliations, financial analysis, and preparation of project-level reports and invoices.

Proficiency with Deltek or Deltek Vision, along with strong general systems skills for accounting and reporting tasks.

Ability to interpret cost variances, identify financial issues, and provide clear recommendations based on project performance data.

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and projects simultaneously.

Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate with project managers and non-financial stakeholders in a detail-oriented manner.

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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