Project Accountant

Job Title: Project Accountant

Department: Accounting/Finance

Reports To: CEO

Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Senior Project Accountant to join our finance team. This position plays a key role in managing the financial aspects of construction and project-based accounting. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with job costing
, Work-in-Progress (WIP) reporting
, and percentage of completion accounting
. Proficiency with construction ERP systems such as Foundation, Sage 300 (Timberline), or Sage Intacct is highly preferred.

• Maintain accurate job cost records including tracking costs to budgets, coding invoices, and supporting project managers with financial data.
• Prepare and analyze WIP reports, reconciling revenue recognition using the percentage of completion method.
• Collaborate with project managers and operations to ensure proper project setup, budget entries, and change orders in the ERP system.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes, including journal entries and account reconciliations related to projects.
• Support audits by providing project financial data and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, contractual requirements, and GAAP.
• Monitor project cash flow and assist with forecasting revenue and cost projections.
• Provide financial insight and recommendations to improve project performance and profitability.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• 5+ years of project accounting experience in the construction or Real Estate industry.
• Strong understanding of job costing, WIP reporting, and percentage of completion accounting
  .
• Proficiency in ERP systems such as Foundation, Sage 300 CRE (Timberline), Sage Intacct
  , or similar.
• Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with financial reporting tools.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.

• CPA or construction accounting certification a plus.
• Experience working with general contractors or subcontractors.
• Familiarity with project management systems and integrations with accounting software.

• Associate

• Full-time

• Accounting/Auditing

• Real Estate and Construction

Franklin, TN $95,000.00 - $

Brentwood, TN $90,000.00 - $