Project Accountant

Robert Half is partnering with a well-established Las Vegas construction company seeking a Construction Accountant to join its team. This is an excellent opportunity for a project accountant who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and wants to play an important role supporting multiple active construction projects. The ideal project accountant will have prior accounting experience, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work independently. Construction industry experience and familiarity with job costing are required. A degree in accounting, business or related field is highly preferred. Candidates must have strong construction background and familiarly with AIA billing, Lien Releases, Union Payroll, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and reconciliations.

Responsibilities for the Project Accountant

• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions
• Prepare customer billings and support collections activities
• Assist with job costing and project accounting functions
• Process union payroll and maintain payroll records
• Prepare lien releases and preliminary lien notices
• Reconcile bank accounts and credit card statements
• Maintain Certificates of Insurance (COIs) and project documentation
• Assist with month-end close and financial reporting
• Utilize QuickBooks and Excel to maintain accurate accounting records
• Support management with special projects and reporting requests

Our client is seeking immediate assistance on an interim basis. Work closely with operations and business owners to ensure all construction accounting & administrative documents are completed timely and accurately.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
• Prior accounting experience required
• Construction accounting experience preferred
• Understanding of job costing principles preferred
• Experience with AP, AR, reconciliations, and payroll processing
• Proficiency in QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines