Project Accountant

Key Responsibilities: Capital Project Accounting Monitor and analyze project costs, commitments, accruals, and forecasts. Review project expenditures for proper accounting treatment, including capital versus operating expense classification. Assist with asset capitalization models, asset group development, and project closeout activities as required. Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting cycles. Prepare monthly project financial reports, variance analyses, and management reporting packages. Support project budget-to-actual reviews and provide explanations for significant variances. Coordinate with Project Controls and Operations teams to validate project costs and forecasts. Contractor Payment Administration Coordinate contractor payment application (Pay App) processing and approval workflows. Review contractor invoices and payment applications for compliance with contract terms. Collaborate with Contracts, Procurement, and Project Controls personnel to resolve discrepancies. Month-End Close & Accruals Prepare project accruals and journal entries. Reconcile project balances and investigate unusual transactions. Review open commitments, service receipts, and project activity reports. Ensure project financial information is complete, accurate, and properly recorded during close activities. Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with Project Managers, Engineers, Construction teams, Project Controls, Procurement, and Site Finance organizations. Participate in project meetings and provide financial insights to support decision-making.

Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field. Minimum 3 years of accounting experience. Experience with project accounting, capital projects, construction accounting, or cost accounting. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Experience working with ERP systems (SAP preferred).Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience supporting large capital construction or mining projects. Knowledge of fixed asset accounting and capitalization requirements. Experience with Aconex, Share Point, Power BI, or related project management/reporting tools. CPA, CMA, or progress toward certification preferred. Offer: Full-time employees are eligible for benefits. Benefits include medical, dental and vision that will begin on your first day of employment. 401K matching – 50% match, up to 3%.