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Project Accountant

CFS
Waltham, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 9/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/9/2026
Title: Project Accountant

Salary: $65,000–$90,000

Location: Greater Boston, MA

A growing construction management company is seeking a Project Accountant to join its Construction Finance & Accounting team. This Project Accountant will partner closely with Project Managers, Operations, and Finance and support projects from setup through closeout.

Project Accountant Highlights

  • Hybrid flexibility after initial training
  • Excellent growth opportunity with increased project ownership over time
  • Exposure to high-profile construction projects across multiple asset types
  • Backed by an established real estate organization with strong industry experience
  • Strong benefits package including 401(k) match, PTO, sick time, and 12 paid holidays

Project Accountant Responsibilities

  • Manage project budgets, job costs, and monthly projections
  • Prepare owner billings, including AIA G702/G703
  • Manage retainage, lien waivers, and subcontractor compliance
  • Review and cost-code invoices and resolve discrepancies
  • Support project forecasting, audits, reconciliations, and closeout

Project Accountant Qualifications

  • 2 years of project accounting experience
  • Construction industry experience strongly preferred
  • Knowledge of AIA billing, job costing, revenue recognition, retainage, and lien waivers
  • Strong Excel skills; Sage, Procore, or TimberScan experience is a plus
  • Strong attention to detail, organization, and communication skills

Salary : $65,000 - $90,000

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