Construction Project Accountant
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In Person
About Victory Unlimited Construction
Victory Unlimited Construction is a commercial construction company committed to delivering high-quality projects through exceptional service, strong relationships, and attention to detail. We pride ourselves on building lasting partnerships with our customers while maintaining the highest standards of integrity, accountability, and professionalism.
As we continue to grow, we are seeking a detail-oriented Construction Project Accountant to join our team. This position plays a critical role in the financial and administrative success of our construction projects by combining construction accounting responsibilities with project coordination support.
Position Summary
The Construction Project Accountant is responsible for supporting the financial and administrative operations of commercial construction projects from project startup through closeout. This position manages accounts payable, AIA progress billing, contract administration, project documentation, and project coordination while working closely with project managers, vendors, subcontractors, customers, and the accounting department.
The ideal candidate is highly organized, analytical, and detail-oriented with experience in construction accounting and project administration. This individual will help ensure projects remain financially accurate, properly documented, and on schedule throughout the project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
Construction Accounting
- Process vendor and subcontractor invoices, ensuring accuracy and timely payment.
- Code invoices to the appropriate jobs and cost codes.
- Review invoices against purchase orders, contracts, and supporting documentation.
- Resolve invoice discrepancies with vendors, subcontractors, and project managers.
- Maintain accurate accounts payable records.
- Prepare and submit monthly AIA progress billings (G702/G703).
- Track contract values, change orders, retainage, billings, and remaining contract balances.
- Prepare billing packages including supporting documentation, lien waivers, schedules of values, and customer-required documents.
- Monitor outstanding receivables and assist with collection efforts when needed.
- Support month-end and year-end accounting processes.
- Assist with project cost tracking and financial reporting.
Project Coordination
- Coordinate and maintain project contracts, subcontracts, purchase orders, and project documentation.
- Assist with contract review and ensure compliance with contract requirements.
- Maintain organized project files and electronic records.
- Track project change orders, Requests for Information (RFIs), submittals, and other project documentation.
- Support project managers with scheduling, reporting, and administrative tasks.
- Assist estimators with bid document preparation and proposal support.
- Communicate with customers, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal departments regarding project status and documentation.
- Monitor subcontractor compliance documentation, insurance certificates, and contract requirements.
- Assist with project startup and project closeout documentation.
- Ensure project records comply with company standards and customer requirements.
Administrative Support
- Maintain accurate project records and financial documentation.
- Assist with budget tracking and job cost reporting.
- Prepare reports for project managers and company leadership.
- Maintain confidentiality of financial, employee, customer, and vendor information.
- Perform additional accounting and administrative duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Construction Management, or a related field preferred.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in construction accounting, project accounting, construction administration, or project coordination preferred.
- Experience with AIA progress billing (G702/G703) strongly preferred.
- Knowledge of construction accounting principles including job costing, retainage, change orders, and lien waivers preferred.
- Experience with accounts payable processes.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and accounting software.
- Experience with construction management software such as Procore, Autodesk Construction Cloud, or similar platforms is a plus.
Benefits
At DEEM, LLC, we invest in our employees by offering a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, including Free Employee-Only Medical Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO) of up to 3 weeks, based on relevant industry experience
- Six Paid Holidays annually
- Company-Paid Life Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Company-Paid Family Critical Illness Insurance
- Accident Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with a generous company match
Application Question(s):
Work Location: In person
