Project Accountant

Job Title: Project Accountant

Rec #: 5447

Location: Houston, TX

Employment Type: Full-time

Salary: $29.00 - $39.00 hourly

Company Introduction

This opportunity is with one of the nation's largest mechanical and electrical contracting firms, with more than 75 years of experience delivering innovative HVAC, plumbing, piping, sheet metal, and electrical solutions. The company specializes in major construction projects for hyperscale data centers, hospitals, life sciences facilities, and high-rise commercial buildings, earning a reputation for safety, precision, and high-quality workmanship.

The company fosters a collaborative, growth-focused culture where employees refine their skills, share knowledge, and advance within a supportive team environment.

Role Overview

The Project Accountant coordinates all phases of the construction job costing process, including categorizing, recording, analyzing and monitoring the costs and billings associated with a large construction project as well as several smaller, less complex projects. The role also assures vendor compliance in order to manage project risk.

Assigned to a large construction project, the Project Accountant works closely with the Project Manager to assure timely and accurate accounting and risk management throughout the project life cycle, producing monthly billings, reconciling costs against budget, and resolving project accounting issues as they arise.

Core Responsibilities

1. Compiles, prepares and analyzes monthly project billings per contract requirements.
2. Performs financial analysis and reconciliation of project costs versus project budget.
3. Processes project accounts payable and subcontracts payable.
4. Manages vendor compliance, insurance, lien waivers, retention and W-9s.
5. Produces and analyzes job performance and profitability through job cost tracking reports.
6. Assists in preparation of status reports and maintains accurate project statuses and budget information in COINS.
7. Identifies and resolves basic and more complex project related accounting issues in a timely manner.

Required Background

1. Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, or equivalent experience, preferred
2. 3-5 years of project accounting experience preferred
3. Strong accounting knowledge
4. Strong organization skills with high level of attention to detail
5. Strong written and verbal communication skills
6. Strong customer service skills
7. Strong analytical skills
8. Strong ability to prioritize and multi-task
9. Proven ability to meet tight deadlines and work under pressure
10. Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion
11. Computer proficiency and technical aptitude with intermediate to expert level ability to utilize MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc. required

Compensation & Perks

1. Competitive salary based on experience
2. 401(k) plan with company match
3. Medical, dental, and vision insurance
4. Annual bonus program based on performance, achievement, and company profitability
5. Term life, AD&D, and voluntary life insurance
6. Disability income protection insurance
7. Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)
8. Paid parental leave
9. Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
10. Training and professional development opportunities
11. Company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses
12. Path for advancement into senior and leadership roles