Job Title: Project Accountant
12 month contract to hire
5 days onsite in Seattle
Job Description
We are seeking a detail-oriented Project Accountant to join our team full-time in Downtown Seattle, WA. This role requires 100% onsite work from Monday through Friday. The Project Accountant will primarily focus on Accounts Payable and some Accounts Receivable, using JD ERP systems. This position involves performing union payroll for 5-15 employees weekly, with potential increases as new projects are initiated.
Responsibilities

• Ensure the accuracy of entries to ledger accounts and reconcile subsidiary ledger accounts to the general ledger.
• Assist with the monthly and annual financial close processes, including the preparation of consolidated financial statements.
• Perform complex reconciliations, including liability account roll forwards and monthly bank reconciliations.
• Assist with internal and external audits.
• Prepare and review journal entries and correct accounting posting errors.
• Work with Textura, Report Now, and Pro-Cor software.
• Assist management with preparing and analyzing various reporting needs such as Progress Billings, Lean restrictions, and Retention bonds.
• Review contracts within Pro-Cor systems.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• 3-5 years of related construction experience.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong reporting skills using Excel daily with vlookups and pivot tables.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with JD ERP systems preferred, Sage or Timberline acceptable.
• Familiarity with Textura is a plus.
• Experience in project accounting, construction accounting, project billing, job costing, and payment processing.
• Ability to work with contractors and subcontractors in public works projects.

Work Environment
The work environment is a professional office setting located in Downtown Seattle, WA. The role involves assisting in maintaining Accounts Payable and some Accounts Receivable duties, with a focus on contract reviews in Pro-Cor systems. The company offers free parking onsite and a Good to Go pass for work-related tolls. The company has a long-standing history of growth and success, and is actively expanding into public works projects. Dress code is business casual.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Seattle, WA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $36.00 - $43.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Seattle,WA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 13, 2026.