Senior Project Accountant | Growing Construction Company

LHH · Nashville, United States

A growing construction company is seeking a Senior Project Accountant to join its accounting team in a newly created position. This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative organization where you can make a significant impact, take on increased responsibility, and continue to grow professionally. The position is fully onsite, with remote flexibility available on an as-needed basis.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the financial aspects of assigned construction projects from project setup through completion
• Prepare, analyze, and maintain WIP schedules, including reviewing job costs, revenue recognition, project forecasts, and variances
• Partner closely with Project Managers to monitor project financial performance, identify issues, and provide accounting guidance
• Participate in the month-end close process, including journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and project-related reporting
• Train and onboard new Project Accountants and provide ongoing guidance on project accounting processes and best practices
• Review and manage the overall quality and outcomes of work completed by Project Accountants
• Serve as an escalation point for complex project accounting issues, researching discrepancies and driving problems through resolution
• Develop and implement new accounting processes and procedures related to a recent acquisition
• Identify opportunities to improve project accounting workflows, controls, reporting, and overall efficiency
• Collaborate across accounting, operations, and project management to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting
• Assist with higher-level accounting projects and process improvement initiatives as the company continues to grow

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred
• Construction accounting or project accounting experience strongly preferred
• Strong hands-on knowledge of WIP accounting and job costing
• Experience supporting month-end close and financial reporting
• Ability to work directly with Project Managers and communicate financial information effectively
• Experience training, mentoring, or reviewing the work of accounting staff
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and process improvement skills
• Comfortable working in a growing environment with evolving processes and priorities