Project Accountant

Tri-City Group is currently seeking an Project Accountant for an opening in Davenport, IA. The Project Accountant will support financial operations across large-scale construction projects. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate job cost records, monitoring expenses, and providing financial insights to project teams. You’ll play a key role in ensuring financial integrity throughout all project phases while supporting compliance with internal and external requirements

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Review and validate vendor invoices and subcontractor billings against contracts and purchase orders
• Manage accounts payable across multiple projects
• Track and code project expenses in collaboration with field teams
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and resolve discrepancies
• Process and review sales/use tax filings across multiple states
• Support audits by preparing documentation and analysis
• Assist with project closeout, retainage tracking, and final billing reconciliation
• Participate in procurement processes, including vendor setup and financial documentation
• Reconcile credit card and fuel card transactions and import into accounting systems
• Review and upload purchase orders and invoices within ERP systems

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 3 years of accounting experience (construction or electrical contracting preferred)
• Strong understanding of job cost accounting and project-based financials
• Experience with construction ERP systems (e.g., Viewpoint Vista)
• Advanced Excel skills
• Familiarity with AIA billing, retainage, and compliance documentation preferred

Candidates must possess strong attention to detail and accuracy, along with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced, project-driven environment. This includes solid analytical and problem-solving skills, proficiency in Excel and construction ERP systems, and a strong understanding of job cost accounting. Candidates must also demonstrate effective communication, a proactive approach to follow-up, and the ability to collaborate with project teams, vendors, and internal stakeholders to ensure accurate financial reporting and timely project execution

All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen and reference check. Tri-City Group is an equal opportunity employer.