What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Accountant position at Burke Construction Group, Inc.?
About Us
Burke Construction Group is a Las Vegas–based construction company. For more than 40 years, Burke Construction Group has delivered institutional-scale projects, including mixed-use campuses, educational facilities, multifamily communities, and government developments. Locally owned and generationally led, Burke is built around what matters most: creating lasting value for the people and communities we serve.
Position Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented Project Accountant to support the financial management of our construction projects. In this role, you will set up projects and budgets, monitor job costs, process subcontractor payment applications and disbursements, prepare owner billings, and review certified payroll. Working closely with Operational Project Managers and the accounting team, to ensure subcontractors and vendors are paid accurately and on time, and that all project accounting complies with GAAP and applicable construction lien and payment laws.
This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional with one to three years of experience who wants to build a career in construction accounting.
Key Responsibilities
Project Setup and Job Cost Management
- Set up and maintain projects, budgets, and cost codes in the accounting system
- Review job costs, investigate variances, and monitor project financial reports
- Prepare weekly project funding status and budget reports for management and Project Managers
- Attend project startup meetings to establish billing, compliance, and payment requirements
Subcontractor Payables and Disbursements
- Review and process subcontractor pay applications and vendor payables, verifying amounts against contracts, change orders, and retention terms
- Confirm required lien releases and compliance documents are received before releasing payments
- Respond to subcontractor payment inquiries and maintain a log of open payables
Owner Billing and Receipts
- Prepare and package owner billings with complete supporting documentation
- Notify internal teams and subcontractors of payments received from project owners
- Compile proof of payment to support owner and lender funding requests
Compliance and Certified Payroll
- Set up and review monthly certified payroll records for subcontractors, lower-tier subcontractors, and apprentices, as applicable
- Collect, track, and log subcontractor compliance documents, including insurance certificates, lien waivers, and preliminary notices
- Stay current on construction lien law and prevailing wage requirements
General
- Collaborate with Project Managers, field teams, and the accounting department to resolve billing and payment issues
- Assist with month-end close and other accounting department projects as needed
Qualifications
Required
- Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, or equivalent work experience
- 1–3 years of accounting experience, such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, or general accounting
- Working knowledge basic accounting principles
- Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills (formulas, sorting, filtering, basic reconciliations)
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
- Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills
Preferred
- Construction or project-based accounting experience
- Familiarity with AIA pay applications (G702/G703), retention, and change orders
- Experience with certified payroll and prevailing wage (Davis-Bacon or Nevada prevailing wage)
- Knowledge of lien waivers and construction payment and lien requirements
- Experience with construction accounting software is a plus
Work Environment
- On-site office position in Las Vegas, NV
- Standard business hours, with occasional additional time during month-end or project deadlines
- Occasional visits to project sites may be required
Equal Opportunity Employer
Burke Construction Group is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.