Position Summary We are seeking a Project Accountant to join a growing construction team. This role will work closely with Project Managers and the construction team to manage the financial performance of projects, with a strong focus on job costing, forecasting, budgeting, cost coding, and variance analysis .

The ideal candidate will have construction accounting experience, strong analytical skills, and the ability to translate financial information into practical insights for Project Managers.

Key Responsibilities

- Partner closely with Project Managers to monitor and manage project financial performance.
- Prepare and maintain project forecasts, cost-to-complete projections, and budget updates.
- Monitor project costs, commitments, and purchase orders against approved budgets.
- Review and code invoices, subcontractor costs, purchase orders, and other project expenses accurately.
- Investigate variances, identify potential cost overruns, and proactively flag financial risks.
- Work with Project Managers to identify and track change orders and their financial impact.
- Participate in regular project forecasting and cost-to-complete meetings.
- Ensure project budgets, cost codes, and financial information are accurately maintained in Jonas and Procore.
- Review and reconcile project information between Procore and Jonas.
- Assist with progress billings, holdbacks, subcontractor payments, and project-related documentation.
- Prepare accruals,



journal entries, and reclassifications as required during month-end.
- Provide Project Managers with timely financial reporting and analysis to support project decisions.
- Identify opportunities to improve project accounting, forecasting, and financial processes.

Qualifications & Experience

- 3+ years of accounting experience, preferably within the construction industry.
- Robust experience with job costing, project accounting, forecasting, and budget management.
- Experience working directly with Project Managers or construction teams.
- Strong understanding of construction costs, subcontractors, purchase orders, change orders, and project commitments.
- Experience with Jonas and Procore is strongly preferred.
- Strong Excel skills and analytical abilities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Highly organized, proactive, and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
- CPA designation or progress toward a CPA is an asset but not required.

What We're Looking For A hands-on, project-focused accountant who enjoys working closely with construction teams and Project Managers. This individual will be a key financial partner on projects, helping ensure costs are accurately captured, forecasts are reliable, and Project Managers have the information they need to keep projects financially on track.

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📌 Project Accountant (Richmond)
🏢 TalentSphere Staffing Solutions
📍 Richmond