Project Accountant | Upper Marlboro, MD Why this company? · Aston Carter is hiring for a great project accountant in an awesome office atmosphere! Details: · Location: Upper Marlboro, MD · 100% On-site · Monday-Friday · 8am-5pm · 6-month contract to hire Necessary Skills · 1-4 years construction project accounting experience. · Construction job cost accounting experience. · Strong organization skills with a high level of attention to detail and accuracy. · Previous experience with AP/AR. · Full life cycle project accounting experience. · Ability to support up to three Project Managers at a time. A day in the role… · Effectively communicate and work as a team with Project Managers (PM) regarding contract documents, change orders and other contract modifications, approvals, and any additional services related to Owner and vendor billing. · Enter Bi-Weekly Payroll into ERP Work with PM teams on client billing to ensure that all costs are covered in the monthly Owner billings. · Ensure accurate and timely processing of project accounts payable, accounts receivable and cash receipts. · Research and resolve accounting discrepancies and irregularities in a timely manner. · Assure internal control processes and compliance. · Analyze job cost reports to see if there are any fee fluctuations not caused by timing. · Work with PM team and Director of Accounting to take any corrective action required to correct fees, if applicable. · Recommend and implement agreed process improvements. · Monthly bank and vendor statement reconciliations. · Provide year-end support of auditor requirements, which may include research and reconcilement. · Perform additional assignments, as directed by the Director of Accounting. · Communicate and coordinate with other departments as needed. · Perform any other related duties as required or assigned. About Aston Carter: Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through: + Hiring diverse talent + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.