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 & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Baltimore, MD.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $115000.00/yr.
Simple 401k (Matches up to 3% of Salary)MedicalDentalVisionHealth Reimbursement AccountPaid Time OffPaid Holidays
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Baltimore,MD.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Jun 26, 2026.
