About this role
The Project Accounting Specialist supports construction project financials by maintaining accurate job cost records, preparing billing, and ensuring compliance with contract terms and company accounting policies. This role works closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, AP/AR teams, and Project Accounting Management to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting throughout the life of a construction project.
Education
Associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Construction Management, or related field.
2–5 years of accounting experience, preferably in construction or project-based accounting.
Experience with job cost accounting and construction contracts strongly preferred.
Technical Skills
Proficient in Excel (SUMIFS, XLOOKUP, IF statements, PivotTables).
Understanding of percentage-of-completion revenue recognition.
Excel Functions for a Project Accounting Specialist
SUMIFS
COUNTIFS
SUBTOTAL
XLOOKUP
IF/IFS
ROUND
LEFT / MID / RIGHT
TRIM / CLEAN
CONCAT / TEXTJOIN
PIVOT TABLES/ PIVOTBY
INDEX + MATCH