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LHH ยท 11 hours ago

Project Accountant

LHH is partnering with a large construction company with significant East Coast operations that is looking to add a Project Accountant to their team. The role involves coordinating all phases of project accounting, preparing and analyzing billings, monitoring budgets, and collaborating with project teams to maintain financial records.

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Sawyer Ballard
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Responsibilities

Coordinate and maintain all phases of project accounting, including setup, cost tracking, billing, and closeout for multiple projects
Prepare, review, and analyze monthly project billings in accordance with contract requirements
Monitor project budgets, track actual costs versus estimates, and provide variance analysis to project managers
Process vendor and subcontractor invoices, ensuring compliance with contract terms, insurance, and lien waiver requirements
Assist with the preparation of financial reports, job cost reports, and project status updates for management and stakeholders
Support the change order process by tracking potential changes, updating budgets, and ensuring accurate documentation
Collaborate with project managers and field teams to resolve accounting issues and maintain up-to-date project financial records
Ensure timely and accurate entry of project-related transactions into accounting systems
Assist with project audits, compliance reviews, and the collection of required documentation from vendors and subcontractors
Contribute to process improvements and best practices within the project accounting function

Qualification

Project accounting principlesJob costingAIA billingsAccounting software proficiencyMicrosoft ExcelOrganizational skillsAttention to detailCommunication skillsTeam collaborationConfidentiality

Required

2+ years of accounting experience, ideally within the construction, engineering, or related project-based industries
Solid understanding of project accounting principles, job costing, WIP, AIA billings, percentage of completion, and financial reporting
Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Effective written and verbal communication skills, with a collaborative approach to problem-solving
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and exercising discretion with sensitive information

Preferred

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience considered
Experience with industry-specific platforms (e.g., Sage, Viewpoint, Procore) is a plus

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Term life and AD&D insurance
Short-term and long-term disability
Additional voluntary benefits
Wellness plans
401k plan
Personal Time Off (PTO) is offered on an accrual basis up to 15 days (initially)
10 Paid Holidays
Up to 6 weeks of Paid Parental Leave (1+ years of employment)
Annual discretionary bonus based on company and individual performance

Company

At LHH, we believe work should be meaningful, fulfilling, and connected.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Dave Hilbig
President & CEO, OCM-LHH Utah, Wyoming
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Ted Diven, MBA
CEO - OCM / Lee Hecht Harrison (ID, MT, NV)
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