Construction Project Accountant
AECOM • Phoenix, Arizona • Full Time
Posted on Fri, Sep 25, 2026
Company Description
Work with Us. Change the World.
At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.
Job Description
AECOM Hunt has an exciting opportunity to join our team of professionals as a Project Accountant in our Phoenix, AZ office.
- Supports moderately complex project(s), working under general supervision.
- Prepares various financial reports and provides analysis and recommendations based on findings.
- Requires a proven ability to apply professional concepts in a productive, consistent manner. Maintains records according to generally accepted accounting practices.
- Performs audits and generates special financial reports.
- Reviews projects for accurate revenue recognition and provides project analysis and recommendations based on findings.
- Matrixed environment, reports to local Project Executive and Regional Controller.
About Construction Management – AECOM Hunt
Founded in 1944 in Indianapolis, Indiana, AECOM Hunt has been building for over 80 years. AECOM Hunt’s storied history has encompassed many notable projects in over a dozen industries; iconic sports stadiums; an impressive portfolio in aviation; and many repeat clients in the hospitality and convention center industry. From iconic stadiums and arenas, next-gen transportation hubs and sustainable healthcare and academic buildings, AECOM Hunt’s expertise, leadership and dedication are unparalleled.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- BA/BS Business, Finance or relevant curriculum and 2 years of accounting experience or A/AS and 4 years of relevant experience or HSD/GED and 6 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
- Construction project accounting.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Demonstrated experience with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
- Experience in construction accounting.
- Experience with construction financial documentation.
- Strong Excel experience.
- CMiC or Textura experience is preferred.
- Ability to work independently and demonstrate ownership of processes.
Additional Information
- This position does not include sponsorship for United States work authorization now or in the future.
- Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.
At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.
About AECOM
AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.
What makes AECOM a great place to work
You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
AuditFriendly salary estimate
The employer did not post a salary for this role. Based on AuditFriendly's salary intelligence model (comparable live postings, role, seniority, and location), we estimate base pay of $62,000–$80,000 per year (median ~$71,000). This is an AuditFriendly estimate, not an employer-provided figure.
More live staff_accountant roles
- Project Accountant at The Copper River of Companies — Chantilly, Virginia, United States
- Cash Staff Accountant at Datavant (Remote)
- Accountant, Jv & Vie at CoreWeave — Dallas, TX
- Accountant - Itaa Certified at IQ-EQ — Bruxelles, BE
- Financial Project Controller H/F at Air Liquide — France, Sassenage
- Accountant at BinSentry — Kitchener, Ontario
- Junior Accountant at Weekday AI — Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
- Accountant - Level 4 at Northrop Grumman — 2 Locations
- Accountant at U.S. Pacific Fleet — San Diego, California, United States
- Junior Accountant III - DHS at Community Partnership for the Prevention — Washington, District of Columbia, US
- Junior Accountant III at Community Partnership for the Prevention — Washington, DC, United States
- Accountant at Lincoln Property Company — Dallas, Texas, United States
- Staff Accountant at Novogradac — Portland, OR
- Accountant — Elmira, NY, US
- Accountant at University of Arkansas — Batesville, Arkansas, United States
- Accountant - USC Care MSO Finance at University of Southern California — Pasadena, California, US
- Accountant - USC Care MSO Finance - Full Time 8 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Non-Union) at University of Southern California — Pasadena, California, US
- Accountant, USC Care MSO Finance, Full Time 8 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Non-Union) at University of Southern California — Pasadena, CA, US
- Accountant - USC Care MSO Finance - Full Time 8 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) at University of Southern California — Pasadena, California, United States
- Accountant at DHRM — Richmond, Virginia, US
- General Accountant at Marriott Hotels Resorts — Greensboro, Georgia, United States
- Staff Accountant I at Axelon Services Corporation — Urbandale, Iowa, United States
- Staff Accountant at Axelon Services Corporation — Urbandale, Iowa, US
- Staff Accountant at Opal Corporate Office — Portsmouth, New Hampshire, United States
- Accountant at Cummins Worldwide — Clearwater, Florida, United States
- Staff Accountant Intern at Novogradac — Long Beach, CA, United States
- Staff Accountant SR at GOODWILL OF NORTH FLORIDA — Jacksonville, Florida, United States
- Staff Accountant (Contractor, Hybrid Schedule) at Sungrow USA Corporation — Tempe, Arizona, United States
- Staff Accountant (Contractor, Hybrid Schedule, SoCal) at Sungrow USA Corporation — Tempe, Arizona, US
- Staff Accountant (Contractor) at Sungrow USA Corporation — Tempe, Arizona, United States
- Staff Accountant (Contract) at Sungrow USA Corporation — Tempe, AZ, United States
- Staff Accountant at Sungrow USA Corporation — Tempe, US
What the data says about this job
- Advertised pay for Staff Accountant in Greater Phoenix: a median of $67,500 across 109 priced postings. Explore the market
- AECOM's roles typically close in 5 days; the market median is 14 days. Time to close
Measured from employers' own postings and public filings. How we measure