San Diego, CA, 92108, USA
18 hours ago
Sr. Project Accountant
Description John Asdell with Robert Half is partnered with a National Construction Firm that is making significant investment in renewable energy. Consequently, they are expanding the project accounting team and hiring a Senior Project Accountant. The Sr. Project Accountant will be working with projects that average $200M in value. This person should expect to be working on an average of 10 active projects at a time (not including projects in closeout phase). The company offers a wonderful work-life balance that allows their project accounting team to work from home three days a week (on average). ting-related issues and preparing documentation for interim and year-end external audits. Responsibilities: • Ensure accuracy and compliance in all accounting-related functions for assigned projects • Provide guidance and support to project teams with complex accounting-related questions or needs • Prepare and assist in interim and year-end external audits, ensuring thorough and accurate records • Establish and maintain excellent working relationships with other business partners, including Project Managers, to ensure compliance with accounting policies, procedures, and controls • Understand and review owner contracts for accounting-related tasks & responsibilities • Review and track Preliminary notices and ensure subcontractor compliance with document requirements • Process subcontractor payments in a timely manner and ensure adherence to month-end and quarterly deadlines • Develop and enhance project accounting processes, identifying and implementing improvements for efficiency and accuracy • Perform cost coding and review the accuracy of vendor and subcontractor invoices • Complete month-end and year-end closing procedures, including preparation of complex journal entries, financial analysis, and respective account reconciliations • Assist Accounts Receivable with cash application process for owner billings • Train and mentor other Project Accountants, sharing expertise and best practices to enhance team performance • Adhere to all financial deadlines, including month-end and quarterly reporting. Requirements • 5+ years of project accounting experience, including POC and WIP reporting • 1+ year of general ledger close experience, including the hands-on preparation and posting of journal entries, preferably for a AEC company • Experience with AIA Billings highly valued Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .
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