Senior Project Accountant | Construction Accounting

This Senior Project Accountant role is a hands-on opportunity to support the financial operations of active commercial construction projects across the Washington DC, Maryland and Northern Virginia markets. You'll play a critical role in project accounting, AIA billing, reconciliations, accounts payable, financial reporting, and audit support while working closely with the Controller and finance leadership.

Client Details

Our client is a well-established private construction company known for delivering architecturally complex and highly visible projects throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. Their collaborative, family-oriented culture provides employees with meaningful responsibility, direct exposure to leadership, and the opportunity to contribute to exciting projects from concept through completion.

Description

The Senior Project Accountant will be responsible for:

• Managing project accounting activities across multiple active construction projects.
• Processing project and administrative invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Preparing and administering AIA billing documentation.
• Performing bank, credit card, and subledger reconciliations.
• Maintaining accurate project financial records and general ledger accounts.
• Coordinating and review subcontractor invoicing and payment documentation.
• Supporting accounts payable operations, including high-volume invoice processing.
• Assisting project teams with financial reporting and accounting information.
• Conducting accounting system audits and ensuring data accuracy.
• Supporting year-end audits, tax preparation, and compliance requirements.
• Collaborating with the Controller, Accounting Manager, and finance team on departmental initiatives.

Profile

A successful Senior Project Accountant should have:

• 5+ years of accounting experience, ideally within the construction industry.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline preferred.
• Experience with construction project accounting and cost accounting.
• Knowledge of AIA billing processes.
• Strong background in accounts payable, reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance.
• Experience supporting commercial construction projects.
• Proficiency with Sage 100 Contractor or similar accounting software.
• Working knowledge of Procore and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• CPA designation is preferred but not required.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and a proactive, hands-on approach.

Job Offer

Reasons to apply for this Senior Project Accountant role:

• Work on diverse projects including hospitality, commercial interiors, historic renovations, and adaptive reuse developments.
• Join a stable, financially disciplined organization with a strong project pipeline.
• Gain visibility with executive leadership and enjoy direct access to decision-makers.
• Be part of an important organizational transition with opportunities to make a meaningful impact.
• Enjoy a collaborative, family-oriented culture that values employee growth and work-life balance.

Interested? Apply today.

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