Cherry Bekaert LLP

Senior Project Accountant

Cherry Bekaert LLP$75K — $95K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
  • 5+ years of construction accounting experience
  • Strong knowledge of job costing, WIP schedules, and project-based accounting
  • Hands-on experience with revenue recognition and project billing
  • Experience with sales and use tax compliance
  • Proficiency in ERP/accounting systems (e.g., Sage, Viewpoint, or similar)
  • Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical abilities
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

  • Manage project setup in the accounting system, ensuring accurate cost structures and alignment with contract terms
  • Perform ongoing job costing and cost tracking, analyzing variances and supporting project profitability
  • Oversee project billing, including progress billing, T&M, and change order billing
  • Support revenue recognition processes in accordance with GAAP/ASC 606
  • Develop and maintain cash flow forecasts for assigned projects
  • Monitor project risks and work with project teams to mitigate financial exposure
  • Review and reconcile project budgets vs. actuals
  • Collaborate with project managers on financial performance and reporting
  • Assist in sales and use tax filings and ensure compliance with relevant regulations
  • Support audits and provide documentation related to project financials
  • Drive process improvements and ensure adherence to internal controls

Benefits

  • Collaborative work environment that encourages cross-functional teamwork
  • Opportunities for process improvements in financial management
  • Involvement in diverse projects, enhancing skills in construction accounting
  • Supportive management focused on professional development
  • Access to industry-leading ERP/accounting systems and tools
Full Job Description
Senior Project Accountant to support financial management across construction projects. This role is responsible for cost tracking, billing, cash forecasting, and ensuring accurate project financial reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong construction accounting experience, a deep understanding of revenue recognition, and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally with project management and operations teams.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage project setup in the accounting system, ensuring accurate cost structures and alignment with contract terms
  • Perform ongoing job costing and cost tracking, analyzing variances and supporting project profitability
  • Oversee project billing, including progress billing, T&M, and change order billing
  • Support revenue recognition processes in accordance with GAAP/ASC 606
  • Develop and maintain cash flow forecasts for assigned projects
  • Monitor project risks and work with project teams to mitigate financial exposure
  • Review and reconcile project budgets vs. actuals
  • Collaborate with project managers on financial performance and reporting
  • Assist in sales and use tax filings and ensure compliance with relevant regulations
  • Support audits and provide documentation related to project financials
  • Drive process improvements and ensure adherence to internal controls

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
  • 5+ years of construction accounting experience (required)
  • Strong knowledge of job costing, WIP schedules, and project-based accounting
  • Hands-on experience with revenue recognition and project billing
  • Experience with sales and use tax compliance
  • Proficiency in ERP/accounting systems (e.g., Sage, Viewpoint, or similar)
  • Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical abilities
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment


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About Cherry Bekaert LLP

Cherry Bekaert is a public accounting firm that provides a wide range of services to clients in various industries. The company offers audit, tax, and advisory services to help clients achieve their business goals. Cherry Bekaert has a team of over 1,200 professionals who are committed to delivering high-quality work and exceptional customer service. The company has offices in several states across the US and serves clients in both the public and private sectors.
Learn more about Cherry Bekaert LLP
Size
1,200 employees
Industry
5 Year Trend
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Revenue
$220 million

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