Senior Project Accountant

About the Company: A local concrete company, based in Raleigh, North Carolina, offering a wide range of services to both residential and commercial clients. They are known for their commitment to quality and precision, ensuring customer satisfaction with every project. They offer competitive rates and a lifetime warranty on polished floors. Serving various communities in the Raleigh area, including Apex, Cary, Fuquay-Varina, Garner, Holly Springs, and beyond, the company has built a strong reputation for professionalism and quality of work.

Clients consistently praise the team for being clean, punctual, and delivering excellent results.

About the Role: The Project Accountant will oversee financial activities related to assigned projects, ensuring cost control, budget management, and financial reporting align with company and regulatory standards. They will collaborate with project managers, finance teams, and clients to track expenses, process invoices, and maintain financial integrity throughout the project lifecycle.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage all project accounting functions, including AP/AR, project budget tracking, cost management, and financial reporting.
• Ensure timely and accurate invoicing for project deliverables.
• Actively participate in team collaboration on project accounting, contributing expertise to ensure accurate financial tracking.
• Review and reconcile project financial reports and assist with audits.
• Provide regular financial reports to the client.
• Review and ensure compliance with relevant accounting policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Advise on accounting-related issues concerning specific project needs.
• Design & implement streamlined accounting processes.
• Perform vast cleanup of business Quick Books to include double expensing, eliminating unused accounts, resetting bank balances and recording of fixed assets.
• Monthly bank reconciliations in Quick Books.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in project accounting, construction accounting, or a similar role.

Required Skills:

• Strong knowledge of GAAP and project financial management.
• Proficiency in accounting software.
• Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with financial reporting tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Skills:

• CPA, CMA, or equivalent certification (preferred but not mandatory).

We are an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law. We are dedicated to fostering an environment that celebrates diversity and promotes respect, fairness, and equal treatment for all.

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Construction and Building Construction