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Project Accountant

Project Accountant

Build More Than Projects. Help Build Financial Success.

At FCL Builders, we don’t just build buildings—we build trusted partnerships, exceptional teams, and opportunities for growth. As a 100% employee-owned company, every team member has a stake in our success and shares in the value we create together.

We’re looking for a Project Accountant who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys partnering closely with operations teams to keep projects financially strong, organized, and on track. If you enjoy solving problems, managing details, and serving as a key financial partner to construction teams, this role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Own Project Financial Administration

  • Partner with Project Managers and Operations teams to manage project accounting from startup through closeout.
  • Set up projects in accounting systems and ensure alignment with owner and company requirements.
  • Monitor project costs, coding accuracy, and financial activity to maintain job cost integrity.

Drive Accurate Billing & Healthy Cash Flow

  • Prepare and process monthly owner billing packages, including pay applications, schedules of values, sworn statements, lien waivers, and supporting documentation.
  • Coordinate with project teams, subcontractors, vendors, and clients to ensure billing accuracy and timeliness.
  • Monitor receivables, retainage, and collections to help maintain strong project cash flow.

Support Project Financial Performance

  • Analyze job costs and identify trends, discrepancies, or potential financial risks.
  • Assist with project forecasting, cost tracking, and financial reporting.
  • Support monthly close processes and Work-in-Progress (WIP) reporting.

Partner Across Teams

  • Build strong relationships with Project Managers, subcontractors, vendors, and clients.
  • Provide guidance to project teams on accounting procedures, billing requirements, and financial processes.
  • Serve as a proactive partner in solving accounting and project-related challenges.

Ensure Compliance & Accuracy

  • Manage subcontractor compliance documentation including insurance, lien waivers, and contract requirements.
  • Help maintain strong accounting controls and accurate project documentation.
  • Support audits and special accounting projects as needed.

What We’re Looking For:

  • Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred
  • 2+ years of construction accounting experience, commercial or industrial construction experience preferred
  • Experience preparing pay applications, sworn statements, lien waivers, and project billing documentation
  • Strong understanding of job costing, retainage, and construction billing processes
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines
  • Experience supporting WIP reporting and project forecasting
  • Strong Microsoft Excel skills
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • Experience with construction ERP/accounting systems such as Viewpoint, CMiC, or Sage preferred

Additional Info

Job Type : Full-Time

Education Level : Bachelors Degree

Experience Level : Mid to Senior Level

Job Function : Finance

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