Project Accountant

The Project Accountant for Skanska USA Building Inc. manages the financial administration of construction projects to help ensure accurate reporting, effective cost control, and compliance with company procedures and contractual requirements. This role works closely with project managers, operations teams, subcontractors, and finance partners to oversee project-related accounting activities, support budget management, and maintain timely and accurate financial records throughout the project lifecycle.

Key responsibilities typically include monitoring job costs, processing invoices and billings, supporting subcontractor and vendor payments, reconciling project accounts, preparing financial reports, and assisting with forecasting and budget updates. The Project Accountant is expected to demonstrate strong analytical ability, attention to detail, and organizational skills while supporting project performance related to cost accuracy, financial compliance, and overall project controls.

Project Accountant Required Qualifications:

• • • 3+ years of accounting experience
    • General understanding of General Accepted Accounting Practices and cost accounting
    • Computer knowledge and efficiency, including Microsoft Office products .
    • Bachelor’s Degree – Accounting or 8 years equivalent experience plus minimum 3 years prior relevant experience.

Qualified candidates, excluding current Skanska employees, must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis (US Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, Refugee or Asylee) to be employed in the United States. Skanska does not anticipate providing employment related work sponsorship for this position (e.g. H-1B status)

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