Project Accountant

Haydon Main Office, 4640 E Cotton Gin Loop, Phoenix, Arizona, United States of America

Posted Friday, January 9, 2026 at 9:00 AM

Haydon is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona and established in 1991 on a foundation of grit and long‑lasting relationships. The company serves a wide scale of markets with its all‑in‑one construction solutions including:
Building (Commercial), Heavy Civil, Preconstruction, Landscape and Building Information Modeling. Haydon’s unique full‑service structure for all major scopes of work enables clients to receive detailed expertise during preconstruction, minimized schedule risk during construction and the best overall value on projects. Haydon offers a full suite of premier modern construction solutions. This includes Earthscapes , a full‑service landscaping division, H3D Solutions , a modeling and design subsidiary, and Omni Electric , an electrical and communication infrastructure construction services company.

Whether it’s the roads we drive on or the buildings we work, shop, learn, play and receive care in, Haydon is the one contractor that serves the entire spectrum of the construction industry – and it does so with heart. The company employs quality, passionate people, innovative technology, an open mind and a can‑do attitude to construct projects that serve our entire community.

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The Project Accountant position is responsible for analyzing financial information and monitoring the progression of projects. They will investigate variances, approve expenses, and ensure projects are billed to the customers and payments are collected.

• Effectively communicate with the necessary departments regarding contract documents, change orders and other contract modifications, approvals, and any additional services‑related to billing.
• Ensure consistent billing and financial reporting at project levels by following best practices.
• Maintain the billing folders for all projects, with all the appropriate documents, including expenses, consultant invoices, monthly invoices, in accordance with standard procedures.
• Review project budgets, staffing and work plans to guarantee appropriate fees.
• Prepare and send exact invoices to clients and collect payments.
• Establish tables of accounts and assign entries to proper accounts.
• Develop, maintain, and analyze budgets, preparing periodic reports that compare budgeted costs to actual costs.
• Provide year‑end support of auditor requirements.
• Prepare local property and business tax returns.
• Ensure the clients contracts are up to date with changes that reflect the project needs.
• Guarantee timely reporting, budgeting, financial management and project forecasting to clients.

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Planning/Organizing – Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives; organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; develops realistic action plans.
• Innovation – Displays original thinking and creativity; meets challenges with resourcefulness; generates suggestions for improving work; develops innovative approaches and ideas; presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.
• Analytical – Synthesizes complex or diverse information; collects and researches data; uses intuition and experience to complement data; demonstrates attention to detail.
• Communications – Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally; expresses ideas and thoughts in written form; exhibits good listening and comprehension; keeps others adequately informed; selects uses appropriate communication methods.
• Job Knowledge – Competent in required job skills and knowledge; keeps abreast of current developments; requires minimal supervision; displays understanding of how job relates to others.
• Cost Consciousness – Works within approved budget; develops and implements cost saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue; conserves organizational resources.
• Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and…