Project Accountant (Commercial Construction)

Description

Project Accountant**

**Company Overview:**

The Haynes Group, Inc. is a family-owned, full service commercial construction company headquartered in West Bridgewater, Massachusetts and covers a large regional footprint in the Northeast. Through our commitment to customer experience, our firm has been able to offer the complete solution to clients since 2001. Our services include Tenant Improvements, Design-Build, Commercial Construction and Service & Maintenance across all market sectors.

**Position Summary:**

The Project Accountant plays a key role in tracking and reporting on a project’s financial performance. The role of the Project Accountant is to ensure the financial health of the project(s) by aggressively collecting billings, accurately forecasting costs, and providing financial insights to project stakeholders.

**Key Responsibilities:**

- Track project financials and prepare accurate and timely financial reports.

- Monitor project budgets, expenses, and revenue recognition.

- Collaborate with project managers to ensure financial goals are met.

- Review and analyze project contracts to ensure accurate billing and revenue recognition.

- Assist in project forecasting and budgeting processes.

- Prepare and submit project invoices in a timely manner.

- Conduct financial analysis and provide recommendations for cost-saving opportunities.

- Ensure compliance with company financial policies and procedures.

**Qualifications:**

- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

- Proven experience as a Project Accountant or similar role in the construction industry.

- Strong understanding of project accounting principles and financial analysis.

- Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

- Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

Requirements

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in construction project accounting or related role.
• Proficiency in accounting software (Sage preferred) and Microsoft Excel, Procore is a MUST.
• Strong understanding of the AIA billing process, lien laws, and construction contract terms.
• Ability to analyze budgets to actuals, track contracts, change orders and pending changes for all projects.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data accurately.
• Proficient in overseeing the monthly job cost reconciliation process to ensure all expenses are accurately captured and billed to clients.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Must be willing to visit jobsites in Greater Boston area.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with construction-specific accounting software (e.g., Procore).
• Familiarity with project management principles and software tools.