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Project Accountant - Construction
<p>A reputable and fast-growing construction company is looking for a <strong>Project Accountant</strong> to support financial operations for multiple large-scale projects throughout San Diego. This position works closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, and the Controller to ensure accurate job costing, billing, and financial reporting.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage job costing, cost accounting, and budget tracking for 4–8 active construction projects</li><li>Process progress billings, AIA billing, lien releases, and subcontractor payments</li><li>Review and audit project expenses, change orders, and purchase orders</li><li>Prepare monthly cost reports, WIP schedules, and variance analyses</li><li>Collaborate with project teams to track labor hours, equipment usage, and material costs</li><li>Support reporting for union payroll or prevailing wage requirements</li><li>Handle vendor invoicing, subcontractor compliance docs, COIs, and retention tracking</li><li>Ensure contract requirements and billing deadlines are met</li><li>Assist with quarterly and year-end audits</li><li>Maintain clear communication between accounting and operations</li></ul>
<ul><li>3–5 years of accounting experience within <strong>construction</strong></li><li>Strong understanding of job costing and WIP reporting</li><li>Proficiency in systems such as Sage 300 (Timberline), Foundation, or Viewpoint</li><li>Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, formulas)</li><li>Strong analytical abilities and high-level accuracy</li><li>Ability to support multiple projects simultaneously</li><li>Excellent communication and teamwork skills</li></ul><p><br></p>
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  • Solana Beach, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 32.00 - 38.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>A reputable and fast-growing construction company is looking for a <strong>Project Accountant</strong> to support financial operations for multiple large-scale projects throughout San Diego. This position works closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, and the Controller to ensure accurate job costing, billing, and financial reporting.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage job costing, cost accounting, and budget tracking for 4–8 active construction projects</li><li>Process progress billings, AIA billing, lien releases, and subcontractor payments</li><li>Review and audit project expenses, change orders, and purchase orders</li><li>Prepare monthly cost reports, WIP schedules, and variance analyses</li><li>Collaborate with project teams to track labor hours, equipment usage, and material costs</li><li>Support reporting for union payroll or prevailing wage requirements</li><li>Handle vendor invoicing, subcontractor compliance docs, COIs, and retention tracking</li><li>Ensure contract requirements and billing deadlines are met</li><li>Assist with quarterly and year-end audits</li><li>Maintain clear communication between accounting and operations</li></ul>
  • 2025-12-04T00:43:40Z

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