Project Accountant Responsibilities:
- Oversee the accounting for 15-20 projects, handling full-cycle project accounting, including billing and pay applications
- Prepare and review G702/G703 pay applications, ensuring accuracy and compliance with project guidelines
- Work directly with Project Managers on assigned projects, collaborating on project progress, financials and any required accounting adjustments
- Collaborate with clients on receivables, manage lien waiver collection and ensure timely payment to subcontractors
- Handle change orders, contract adjustments and monitor compliance with project terms
- Support month-end close processes for project accounts, providing insights to senior management
- Work primarily within Sage and Excel (basic functions) for project accounting and financial tracking
Project Accountant Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field preferred but not required
- 3+ years of project accounting experience, ideally in construction, though experience in related fields like architecture is also welcome
- Hands-on experience with G702/G703 pay application forms and a strong understanding of lien waivers
- Familiarity with Sage software is a plus
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational and analytical skills
- Collaborative mindset, with excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to process improvement
Project Accountant Benefits:
- Competitive base salary with a performance-based bonus
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision and a retirement plan
- An inclusive company culture where your ideas for innovation and process improvement are valued
- Opportunities for advancement and professional growth within a supportive, ambitious team
If you’re looking for a role where you can make an impact and grow your career in project accounting, we’d love to hear from you!
Thank you,
Anastasia Graham
Associate Principal, Accounting & Finance
LaSalle Network
LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v.
LaSalle Network is the leading provider of direct hire and temporary staffing services. For over two decades, LaSalle has helped organizations hire faster and connect top talent with opportunities, from entry-level positions to the C-suite. With units specializing in Accounting and Finance, Administrative, Marketing, Technology, Supply chain, Healthcare Revenue Cycle, Call Center, Human Resources and Executive Search. LaSalle offers staffing and recruiting solutions to companies of all sizes and across all industries. LaSalle Network is the premier staffing and recruiting firm, earning over 100 culture, revenue and industry-based awards from major publications and having its company experts regularly contribute insights on retention strategies, hiring trends and hiring challenges, and more to national news outlets.
