A leading construction firm in the Boston area is seeking a skilled Project Accountant to join its finance team.
This role offers a dynamic blend of general ledger and project-specific accounting. You will manage key month-end close activities while overseeing the financial lifecycle of complex construction projects. Responsibilities include preparing detailed work-in-progress (WIP) schedules, managing job cost reports, ensuring accurate percentage-of-completion (POC) revenue recognition, and collaborating with project managers to resolve billing discrepancies.
The ideal candidate has 4+ years of accounting experience, with at least 3 years focused specifically on construction or job cost accounting. Proficiency with an ERP system required.
salary: $100,000 - $120,000 per year
shift: First
work hours: 9 AM - 5 PM
education: Bachelors
Responsibilities
- Manage key components of the full-cycle accounting process, including the preparation of journal entries, general ledger reconciliations, and all month-end close activities.
- Prepare and analyze detailed work-in-progress (WIP) schedules and job cost reports to assess and ensure project profitability.
- Reconcile all project-related costs to the general ledger, partnering with construction managers to resolve billing discrepancies and ensure financial accuracy.
- Guarantee the accurate and timely application of percentage-of-completion (POC) revenue recognition in accordance with GAAP.
- Oversee the processing of subcontractor and vendor invoices, verifying accurate job coding and ensuring strict compliance with contract terms.
- Maintain the company's fixed asset schedule and serve as a key point of contact for external auditors during year-end reviews.
- Uphold financial integrity by ensuring adherence to GAAP standards, internal controls, and company policies.
- Contribute to various ad-hoc financial projects and analyses as required by management
Skills
Qualifications
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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
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