Accountant – Project Cost Accounting

Plante Moran

. Record, report, and track real-time costs for construction projects .

Posted 11/12/2026full-timeSouthfield • Michigan • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $80,000 - $100,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Expertise in financial management for construction projects, including cost tracking, budgeting, and cash flow analysis. Strong ability to collaborate with teams and clients while ensuring compliance with contract requirements and project governance.

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Accounting ExperienceBudgetingCash Flow ManagementContract ComprehensionNumeric Analysis

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Hard Skills

Cost TrackingFinancial ReportingProject DocumentationChange Order VerificationAIA Payment ApplicationsProject Budget ManagementCost-To-Complete ReportingReconciliationTrend AnalysisIssue Resolution

Soft Skills

CollaborationProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

Project Management Information SystemE-Builder

Industry Keywords

Commercial Real EstateConstruction ProjectsProject GovernanceFinancial VisibilityClient Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Record, report, and track real-time costs for construction projects
Reconcile and balance project-related accounts
Develop cash flow and cost-to-complete reports
Verify change orders and payment requests against contract requirements
Track project documentation, including bonds and insurance certificates
Review and apply contract requirements
Monitor engagement hours and costs to identify trends and support forecasting
Maintain the project PMIS, such as e-Builder, for project status and financial visibility
Document accounting processes, procedures, and project governance
Review AIA payment applications
Track project budgets against actuals
Collaborate with clients and project teams to identify and resolve issues
Periodically visit project and client sites to provide updates

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Business administration, preferably accounting
3+ years of accounting experience, including budgeting and cash flow management
Commercial real estate industry experience is highly preferred
Demonstrated ability in numeric analysis
Demonstrated ability in contract comprehension
Demonstrated ability in issue resolution
Demonstrated ability to collaborate in a team environment
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship, except qualified bilingual candidates in Japanese and English or Chinese and English
Must be willing to work hours exceeding the standard 40-hour work week when required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Flexible Time Off
Predetermined holidays
401(k) plan
Flexible benefits plans
Business-related travel expense reimbursement
Lodging reimbursement for business-related use
Meal reimbursement for business-related use
Pension plan for eligible administrative and paraprofessional staff
Discretionary bonus plan for eligible staff
Health insurance option for some contingent staff
Limited paid sick time for some contingent staff
Flexible and balanced working environment through the “Workplace for Your Day” model
Opportunities for growth and professional development
Recognition as a Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work For” employer