Project Accountant

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About Us

IB Abel’s 110-year history is a testament to its adaptability, forward-thinking leadership, commitment to safety, and stellar service and project delivery process. Our core values—Responsible, Integrity, Results-Oriented, Ownership, and Professional—shape everything that we do at all levels of the company and are purposefully incorporated into all company communications, meetings, and strategic planning. Our use of the EOS model (Entrepreneurial Operating System) also provides structure and clarity among all levels of the company to maintain focus on our shared goals.

IB Abel (IBA) is committed to providing ample learning and career development opportunities to its team members via our Associate's Program in Project Management, Estimating, and Accounting and our growing Learning Management System.

The Opportunity 

We are seeking a Project Accountant who is responsible for all accounting and administrative duties related to their assigned projects. This position will have a complete understanding of costs charged to the assigned projects and be able to analyze job financial performance and assist the project manager and other project accountants with job budgets and projections.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist Project Accountants and Project Managers, when necessary, with job cost analysis and projections.
• Set up jobs within Vista Viewpoint. 
• Entering job estimates into Vista.
• Job Cost Analysis.
• Update backlog projections in Vista based on feedback from Project Manager.
• Enter owner change orders.
• Preparation of billings. Effectively communicate with Project Managers and Principals in Charge, regarding contract documents and change orders related to billing.
• Payroll Entry/Verification if applicable.
• Purchase order closings.
• Assist with additional tasks assigned by Project Accounting Manager and Job Cost Manager.
• Work with Project Managers to keep accounts receivables current on projects.
• Provide training to Associate Project Accountants as needed.
• Other projects and duties as assigned.

Who We’re Looking For

• Associate degree or higher, Accounting or Business Administration.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in project accountant type role or similar position.
• Office experience in a fast paced environment.
• Experience in the construction field is a plus.
• Experience with job budgeting and analysis.
• Experience with high volume payroll and/or invoicing.

• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office applications, accounting software and databases (Vista Viewpoint desirable).
• A “can-do” attitude, strong work ethic, and ability to collaborate effectively with various teams.
• Efficient and accurate data entry.
• Local to York, Pennsylvania with occasional travel to other offices or offsite meetings (flexibility to work from home when appropriate).

Why Choose IBA 

• Culture of Growth: Many of our leaders started in entry-level field roles and advanced within the company.
• Flexibility & Autonomy: We empower our team to succeed without micromanagement.
• Competitive Compensation & Benefits: Includes competitive salary, vehicle allowance program, 401(k) with company matching, tuition reimbursement, and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision.
• Stability & Variety: Work for multi-generational family-oriented business on diverse, fast-paced projects without the stress of a large corporate structure.
• Incentives: Performance-based bonuses/incentives and a progressive PTO program that grows with your tenure!
• Collaboration: A team environment where we work together to solve challenges and celebrate wins.

Step Into a Career That Powers the Future!

IB Abel is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.