Job Description

Project Accountant – General Contractor

Location: Las Vegas, NV
Job Type: Full-Time
Reports To: Financial Controller

Company Overview

A well-established general contractor with deep roots in the Southwest and a strong reputation for delivering high-quality commercial construction projects. With over four decades of industry presence and consistent annual revenues between $90M–$120M, this firm is known for its fast-paced, client-focused delivery model and long-standing partnerships with leading developers and national brands. The culture is built on trust, transparency, and collaboration—many team members are referred in and choose to stay for the long term.

Position Summary

We are seeking a Project Accountant to manage the financial health of multiple active construction projects. This role works closely with Project Managers, the Accounting team, and Executive leadership to track budgets, maintain accurate cost reporting, and provide financial insight that supports project success. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and skilled in both accounting fundamentals and construction project operations.

Key Responsibilities

Project Financial Oversight

• Monitor project budgets, commitments, and actual costs.
• Prepare, review, and process billing for clients, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Track project cash flow, revenue recognition, and cost-to-complete forecasts.
• Partner with Project Managers to review financial performance and identify variances.

Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare project cost reports, forecasts, and variance analyses.
• Support month-end close with project-related journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations.
• Analyze project trends and provide actionable insights for management decisions.

Compliance & Documentation

• Maintain accurate financial records for subcontractor agreements, change orders, lien releases, and insurance certificates.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and construction accounting standards.
• Assist with internal and external audit preparation for project-level documentation.
• Handle other administrative tasks as needed to support project financial functions.

Systems & Data Management

• Ensure data integrity across accounting and project management systems.
• Work within QuickBooks Contractor Edition (required) and Procore or similar platforms (preferred).
• Use Excel and reporting tools to create dashboards, metrics, and executive summaries.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Construction Management, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in construction accounting or project accounting (required).
• Proficiency in Construction Accounting Software (required).
• Experience with Procore or other construction/project management software (preferred).
• Advanced Excel skills, including reporting, pivot tables, and data analysis.
• Strong organizational skills, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Effective communicator with the ability to work across departments.
• Able to handle confidential information with discretion.

Why Join Us?

• This role provides the opportunity to directly influence project success in a dynamic, growth-oriented general contractor environment. As a Project Accountant , you’ll play a key role in ensuring projects remain on budget, on schedule, and financially sound—while being part of a trusted team that values long-term relationships and professional growth.

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