Project Accountant

Job Title: Project Accountant
Location: Boca Raton, FL
Job Type: Full-Time | Exempt | In-Office
Pay Range: $75,000-$90,000 base salary
Overview:
A reputable construction firm in Boca Raton is seeking a skilled project accountant to oversee billing, payables, and job-specific financial tracking. This person will play a critical role in supporting project teams and leadership by ensuring accuracy and consistency across multiple active jobs.
The key things we always look for:

• 5+ years as a solid Project Accountant for a U.S.-based general contractor
• Longevity with previous employers
• Experience must be in the U.S.

Responsibilities:
Billing & Financial Management

• Prepare monthly AIA billings with project managers
• Input budgets, POs, change orders, and subcontracts into the system
• Maintain organized digital folders for each job
• Review and process invoices and check requests
• Support accurate AR/AP entries and month-end close

Project Support & Oversight

• Join kickoff, review, and closeout meetings
• Track project expenses and ensure complete cost capture
• Submit weekly financial checklists
• Assist with internal reporting and ad hoc projects

Communication & Coordination

• Act as accounting point of contact for assigned jobs
• Collaborate with PMs and execs on billing or compliance issues
• Keep leadership updated on risks, delays, or financial discrepancies

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in construction accounting (GC preferred)
• Stable work history with demonstrated tenure
• Associate degree in Accounting or related field
• Proficiency in ComputerEase and Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables)
• Familiarity with Procore is a plus
• Detail-oriented, organized, and responsive
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Compensation and Benefits:

• Base salary: $75,000-$90,000 depending on experience
• Benefits include:
  • 401(k) and matching
  • Dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
  • Parental leave
  • Flexible schedule
  • Employee discounts