What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Accountant position at Garney?
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A Project Accountant position is available at Garney. The Project Accountant is responsible for managing project finances, including job costing, budgeting, billing, and financial reporting for construction projects. Partners with project managers and operations teams to monitor costs, ensure compliance, and support the overall financial success of each project.
What You Will Be Doing
If you are interested in the Project Accountant position, please click APPLY NOW to submit your application. To view additional opportunities with Garney, visit careers.garney.com
If you have questions or would like more information, please email recruiter@garney.com and include the job location and requisition ID (listed below the job title at the top of the page) to ensure a prompt response. Please note that email inquiries are not a substitute for submitting an application. All openings listed are currently accepting candidates.
Garney and its subsidiaries are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. Garney is a background screening, drug-free workplace.
Agency Disclaimer: All vendors must have a signed Garney Agreement, authorized by the Executive Team, to receive payment for any placement. Verbal or written commitments made by anyone other than a member of the Executive Team will not be considered binding. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Garney or submitted to employees outside of the Recruiting Team will be deemed the property of Garney. In such cases, Garney will not be obligated to pay any placement fees.
A Project Accountant position is available at Garney. The Project Accountant is responsible for managing project finances, including job costing, budgeting, billing, and financial reporting for construction projects. Partners with project managers and operations teams to monitor costs, ensure compliance, and support the overall financial success of each project.
What You Will Be Doing
- Maintain and monitor project job costs, ensuring accurate expense coding, cost allocation, and reconciliations
- Assist with project budgeting, forecasting, and analysis of cost variances to support profitability
- Prepare and process project billing (AIA, progress, and T&M invoices), while managing retainage and revenue recognition
- Review and process subcontractor and vendor invoices, track receivables, and support collections activities
- Analyze project financial performance and assist with month-end and year-end financial reporting
- Support contract compliance, change order tracking, and adherence to company policies and regulatory requirements
- Partner with project managers, estimators, and operations teams to provide financial insights and project support
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.3 years of accounting experience required; construction industry experience preferred
- Experience with job costing, project accounting, and construction accounting practices
- CPA, CMA, or other relevant professional certifications preferred
- Proficiency with accounting software such as Viewpoint and Procore, plus advanced Excel skills
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational abilities with exceptional attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with knowledge of construction contracts and cost structures
- Free medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans ($0 premiums)
- Virtual doctor visits with no co-pay
- Shares of company stock at no cost starting on your first day
- 401(k) plan with a 3.5% match
- Student loan resources
- Weekly paychecks
- Paid time off and 8 paid holidays
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with a lump sum and matching contributions
- Free life insurance and disability policy
- Free access to healthcare coordinators
- Counseling sessions with mental health professionals at no cost
- Access to consultations with legal and financial professionals at no cost
- Free programs assisting with weight loss, maternity health, prescriptions for chronic conditions, and more
- 50% employee discount in the Garney apparel store
If you are interested in the Project Accountant position, please click APPLY NOW to submit your application. To view additional opportunities with Garney, visit careers.garney.com
If you have questions or would like more information, please email recruiter@garney.com and include the job location and requisition ID (listed below the job title at the top of the page) to ensure a prompt response. Please note that email inquiries are not a substitute for submitting an application. All openings listed are currently accepting candidates.
Garney and its subsidiaries are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. Garney is a background screening, drug-free workplace.
Agency Disclaimer: All vendors must have a signed Garney Agreement, authorized by the Executive Team, to receive payment for any placement. Verbal or written commitments made by anyone other than a member of the Executive Team will not be considered binding. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Garney or submitted to employees outside of the Recruiting Team will be deemed the property of Garney. In such cases, Garney will not be obligated to pay any placement fees.