Commercial Construction Project Accountant

Job Title: Project AccountantJob Description

The Project Accountant will work 100% onsite Monday through Friday in Downtown Seattle, WA, focusing primarily on accounts payable and some accounts receivable for construction projects. This role manages union payroll for a growing number of project employees, ensures accurate accounting records, supports monthly and annual close processes, and assists with internal and external audits.

The position uses JD Edwards (JD E) ERP systems along with construction-focused tools such as Textura, B2G Now, Report Now, and Procore to support project billing, job costing, and public works reporting.

Responsibilities

• Manage and process project-related accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions using JD E ERP and construction accounting systems.
• Perform union payroll processing weekly for approximately 5–15 employees, with the potential for an increased employee count as new projects begin.
• Ensure the accuracy of entries to ledger accounts and reconcile subsidiary ledger accounts to the general ledger.
• Assist with monthly and annual financial close processes, including preparation of consolidated financial statements.
• Perform complex reconciliations, including liability account roll forwards and monthly bank reconciliations.
• Prepare, review, and post journal entries, and correct accounting posting errors in a timely and accurate manner.
• Support internal and external audits by preparing schedules, documentation, and reconciliations as requested.
• Work with Textura, Report Now, B2G Now, and Procore software to support project accounting, contract review, and reporting activities.
• Assist in preparing and analyzing project-related reports such as progress billings, lien restrictions, retention bonds, and other time-sensitive reporting requirements.
• Handle construction accounts payable activities including job costing, billing, and payment processing for contractors and subcontractors.
• Use Excel daily, including vlookups and pivot tables, to analyze data, prepare reports, and support project financial management.
• Collaborate with project teams and stakeholders to provide responsive customer service and resolve accounting and billing inquiries.
• Review project contracts and related documentation within Procore systems to ensure accurate billing, retention, and lien compliance.
• Manage multiple priorities and deadlines while working independently to support ongoing and new public works and construction projects.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• 3–5 years of related construction accounting experience, ideally in project accounting and construction AP/AR.
• Hands-on experience with project accounting, construction accounting, project billing, progress billing, lien and retention processes, and job costing.
• Proficiency with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payment processing in a construction environment.
• Experience processing union payroll and working with contractors and subcontractors on public works projects.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret financial data and project reports.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills to collaborate with project teams and stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and consistently meet deadlines.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, including daily use of vlookups and pivot tables.
• Proficiency using JD E (JD Edwards) or similar ERP systems for accounting and project financial management.
• Strong reporting and analysis skills using Excel and other reporting tools.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statements.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with construction-focused accounting software such as Sage 100 Contractor, Sage 100, Sage 300, Timberline, or NetSuite.
• Familiarity with Textura for construction payment management and progress billing; Textura experience is considered a plus.
• Experience with B2G Now and public works reporting requirements.
• Experience using Procore and Report Now for contract review, project reporting, and documentation management.
• Background working with contractors and subcontractors on construction and public works projects.
• Strong customer service orientation when working with internal teams and external partners.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, growth-oriented construction environment with evolving project demands.

Work Environment

This role is fully onsite, Monday through Friday, in a Downtown Seattle, WA office environment. The Project Accountant works closely with project teams to support mostly accounts payable and some accounts receivable activities, and regularly reviews contracts and project documentation in Procore and related systems.

The position uses JD E ERP, Excel, Textura, B2G Now, Report Now, and other construction accounting tools on a daily basis. The work setting is professional and project-focused, supporting a long-established, growing construction firm that is expanding its presence in public works projects.

Employees benefit from free onsite parking in Seattle and a Good To Go pass for tolls used for work-related travel, contributing to a convenient and accessible commute.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Seattle, WA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $36.00 - $43.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Seattle,WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 1, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies.

We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

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