Sr. Project Accountant

Starlite Building Services

$85K — $110K *
Miami, FL 33186In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years' experience in project accounting
  • Working knowledge of AIA billing and subcontractor compliance
  • Experience in cost forecasting and revenue recognition
  • Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience
  • Construction industry background preferred, either in GC or subcontractor context

Responsibilities

  • Lead financial oversight of multiple large-scale projects
  • Act as a trusted financial advisor to Project Managers and operational leaders
  • Set up accurate project budgets in CMiC
  • Maintain job-specific rate tables as per contract requirements
  • Manage owner billing processes and support collections
  • Ensure subcontractor compliance and manage inquiries
  • Review and approve invoices, processing cost reallocations

Benefits

  • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • 401(K) with Company Match up to 4%
  • Generous Paid Time Off including 12 holidays
  • Tuition reimbursement and pet insurance
  • Flexible work options with remote work availability
Full Job Description
Overview

Starlite Building Services is a construction services operation that serves clients throughout Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New Hampshire, New York City, Miami, Bentonville, AR and Los Angeles. Our team is made up of hundreds of talented and dedicated craft workers providing valuable assistance with project scope, budgeting, scheduling, site logistics, and materials. Join our team to bring exceptional building experience via assurance, control, efficiency, cost and time savings, quality, and—of course—safety.

Here’s a glimpse into what we offer:

  • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)Be an employee-owner!
  • 401(K) with Company Match – Receive a company match up to 4% of your eligible pay.
  • Generous Paid Time Off – vacation and sick time, 12 holidays, summer Fridays, and a yearly volunteer day.
  • The Extras – Cell phone, laptop, tuition reimbursement, pet insurance, financial planning services, and more

*Please note: this person is required to work from the Miami office 3x per week, with the option to work from home 2x per week.

Responsibilities
  • Lead financial oversight of a portfolio of large, complex projects.
  • Serve as a trusted financial partner to Project Managers and Operational Leaders.
  • Set up project budget within CMiC to ensure accuracy and alignment with contract.
  • Establish & maintain job specific rate tables in accordance with contract.
  • Lead owner billing process: prepare, review, post, and maintain billing trackers; participate in pencil reviews with clients as needed. Support collection efforts to receive payments within contract terms.
  • Ensure subcontractor compliance, including insurance, lien waivers, and second-tier requirements.
  • Manage subcontractor payment processes and respond to subcontractor inquiries.
  • Review, approve, and cost-code invoices. Process cost reallocations.
  • Partner with vendors and Accounts Payable to resolve invoice discrepancies.
  • Review monthly Cost-to-Complete (CTC) reports; analyze and explain gross profit fluctuations, identifying risks and opportunities.
  • Provide support for internal and external audits.
  • Attend Project Meetings as needed (kickoffs, financial reviews, & closeout).
  • Prepare project Specific Work-in-Process (WIP) entries, including Risk & Opportunity (R&O) analysis.
  • Support teams with project revenue projections and ensure alignment with project performance.
  • Provide mentorship and coaching to junior accounting staff, as applicable.
Qualifications
  • Experience: 5+ years’ experience in project accounting with working knowledge of AIA billing, subcontractor compliance, cost forecasting & revenue recognition.
  • Education: Bachelor's degree preferred, or commensurate experience.
  • Additional Role Specific Skills:
  • Construction industry experience preferred - GC or subcontractor.
  • CMIC & Textura experience preferred but not required.
  • Strong working knowledge of MS Office (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Salary Range Information

Miami Base Salary Range: $85,000 - $110,000 The range stated is specific to Miami. Placement within the listed range depends on many factors including, but not limited to years of experience, project size capability (for Construction & Field roles) and internal company equity.

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