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Construction Project Accountant
Location: Charlotte, NC Metro Area
Employment Type: Full-Time | On-Site
Department: Corporate Finance & Operations Accounting
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
We are partnering with a premier, high-growth construction trade subcontractor serving the residential and multi-family homebuilding markets throughout the Carolinas. Established in 2011, this employee-centric organization specializes in structural concrete, masonry, and exterior site solutions. Recognized as a certified great workplace, the company prides itself on a culture of collaboration, operational excellence, and strong industry partnerships. They are seeking a meticulous, self-driven Project Accountant to join their regional division in Charlotte.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Project Accountant plays a critical operational role in managing revenue recognition, job billing, receivables, and job-costing reconciliation. Working closely with both corporate accounting and field production teams, this individual ensures accurate project invoicing, maintains positive customer cash flow, and supports overall project margin tracking.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Billing & Revenue OperationsPost and reconcile project revenues, ensuring accurate data entry across active contracts.
Maintain detailed daily and weekly project billing logs to support continuous cash flow.
Partner directly with field leadership to streamline site progress invoicing and eliminate billing delays.
Handle customer billing inquiries and resolve account discrepancies in a timely, professional manner.
Monitor aging accounts receivables and lead proactive outreach regarding past-due invoices and open purchase orders.
Prepare routine A/R collection reports and assist leadership with monthly revenue forecasting.
Assist project teams with job profitability analysis and material estimation comparisons.
Track inventory levels for bulk materials and coordinate necessary purchasing logistics.
Execute ad-hoc financial analysis and special operational projects as requested by leadership.
QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS
Experience: 2 years of background in project accounting, accounts receivable, or job-cost accounting within the construction, sub-trade, or real estate sectors.
Systems Proficiency: Strong software aptitude; experience with QuickBooks or similar mid-tier accounting/ERP systems preferred.
Core Competencies:
Exceptional organizational habits with a high degree of detail orientation.
Sound analytical capability and comfort managing job budgets and billing workflows.
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
Proactive, team-first mindset with a strong work ethic.