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Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in project accounting and financial analysis within the construction industry, with a strong focus on job costing, budgeting, and financial reporting. Proficient in translating financial data into actionable insights for project leadership and stakeholders.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Project AccountingFinancial AnalysisJob CostingMicrosoft ExcelConstruction Financial Management
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Hard Skills
Financial ReportingCost ProjectionsRevenue ForecastingBudget Variance AnalysisWIP ReportingProfitability AnalysisBilling ProcessesCost ControlFinancial Risk AssessmentAd Hoc Financial Analysis
Soft Skills
CommunicationCollaborationProblem-SolvingAnalytical ThinkingInterpersonal Skills
Tools & Technologies
Sage IntacctBuildOpsERP SystemsProject Management Systems
Industry Keywords
Construction AccountingCommercial ConstructionSpecialty ContractingMEPFinancial Performance Monitoring
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesERP
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Partner with Project Managers to monitor and analyze the financial performance of active construction projects
- Review project budgets, costs, committed costs, forecasts, and profitability throughout the project lifecycle
- Assist Project Managers with financial planning, cost projections, and revenue forecasting
- Identify potential cost overruns, budget variances, and financial risks and recommend corrective actions
- Support project closeout activities, including final cost reviews and reconciliation
- Prepare and maintain project financial reports, dashboards, and performance metrics
- Analyze project financial results and communicate trends, risks, and opportunities to Operations and Finance leadership
- Track gross margin, earned revenue, billing status, cash flow, and profitability
- Assist with Work-in-Progress (WIP) reporting and project reviews
- Develop ad hoc financial analyses to support operational decision-making
- Support customer billing processes and ensure timely, accurate invoicing
- Review project expenses and validate cost allocations
- Monitor committed costs, subcontractor costs, purchase orders, and change orders
- Partner with Project Managers to improve cost controls and financial accountability across projects
- Assist with collections and resolution of billing discrepancies as needed
- Serve as a trusted financial resource for Project Managers and Operations teams
- Translate financial data into actionable business insights for field and project leadership
- Collaborate with Accounting, Operations, and Executive Leadership to align on project performance and reporting
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Construction Management, or related field
- 3+ years of experience in project accounting, project finance, construction accounting, or financial analysis within the construction industry
- Experience supporting commercial construction, specialty contracting, MEP, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, or related construction operations
- Strong understanding of job costing, project budgets, forecasting, billing, and project financial reporting
- Ability to interpret financial information and communicate findings to non-financial stakeholders
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Experience supporting projects ranging from $1 million to $300 million in value (preferred)
- Experience with ERP, accounting, and project management systems such as Sage Intacct, BuildOps, or similar platforms (preferred)
- Experience supporting multiple Project Managers and large-scale projects simultaneously (preferred)
- Knowledge of WIP reporting, revenue recognition, and construction financial management practices (preferred)
- Legally authorized to work in the U.S.
Benefits
Comp & perks- Competitive pay based on experience
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and holiday pay
- Opportunities for professional development and certification assistance