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Job Description
Now Hiring: Director of Project Accounting
Are you a strategic accounting leader with deep expertise in project and construction accounting? We are seeking a Director of Project Accounting to lead financial operations across a portfolio of complex projects while partnering with Operations, Project Management, and Executive Leadership.
Key Responsibilities
Now Hiring: Director of Project Accounting
Are you a strategic accounting leader with deep expertise in project and construction accounting? We are seeking a Director of Project Accounting to lead financial operations across a portfolio of complex projects while partnering with Operations, Project Management, and Executive Leadership.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and develop a team of Project Accountants and billing professionals
- Oversee job costing, WIP reporting, forecasting, and project financial performance
- Ensure compliance with GAAP and ASC 606 revenue recognition standards
- Manage progress billings, retainage tracking, and project invoicing
- Analyze project margins, cost variances, and financial risks
- Drive process improvements and ERP optimization initiatives
- Strengthen internal controls, audit readiness, and financial compliance
- Partner with operational leaders to improve profitability and financial transparency
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 10 years of accounting experience with a strong focus on project or construction accounting
- 5 years of leadership experience
- Strong knowledge of GAAP, ASC 606, job costing, and WIP reporting
- Experience with ERP systems; COINS experience preferred
- Advanced Excel and financial analysis skills
- Proven ability to lead teams and collaborate across departments
- Strategic thinking and business acumen
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- A process-improvement mindset
- Exceptional attention to detail and accountability