Project Accountant

Project Accountant

Balfour Beatty is seeking a Project Accountant to provide financial and administrative support throughout the lifecycle of construction projects, from startup through closeout. This role serves as the primary liaison between the project team and the Finance department,ensuring accurate project accounting, contract administration, billing, payroll, and cost reporting.

The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and collaborative, with the ability to manage multiple priorities while supporting project teams in a fast-paced construction environment.

Essential Functions

• Manage project accounting activities, including job cost reporting, owner billings, change orders, budget transfers, payroll, accounts payable, and subcontractor pay applications.
• Maintain accurate project financial records and ensure accounting data is entered promptly and accurately.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and Finance to support project forecasting, monthly billings, and financial reporting.
• Process purchase orders, invoices, and subcontractor documentation while ensuring compliance with company procedures.
• Coordinate subcontractor onboarding by maintaining purchasing records and verifying contracts, insurance, and required documentation.
• Support project administration, including project setup, filing systems, payroll processing, and general office administration.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with project teams, clients, subcontractors, suppliers, and other project stakeholders.
• Promote Balfour Beatty's culture, values, and commitment to professional development.

Minimum Requirements

• Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Two or more years of accounting or project accounting experience.
• Understanding of basic accounting principles.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Preferred Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• Construction accounting or project accounting experience.
• Experience with job cost accounting, owner billings, subcontractor payments, payroll, and contract administration.
• Experience with Procore, Textura Payment Management, JD Edwards, or similar construction accounting and project management software.

Balfour Beatty is an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state or local law.