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LHH · 15 hours ago

Project Accountant

DC-Baltimore Area

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$75K/yr - $90K/yr

2+ years exp

LHH is seeking a Project Accountant to support a growing portfolio of jobs. The role involves managing day-to-day project accounting tasks, including WIP schedules, AIA billing, and job costing, while collaborating closely with project managers to ensure accurate financials throughout the project life cycle.

Human Resources

Hiring Manager

Tyler (T) Moyer

Responsibilities

Prepare monthly WIP schedules, analyze over/under billings, and support revenue recognition under percentage-of-completion

Review cost-to-complete, margin impacts, and forecast updates with PMs

Create and submit AIA G702/G703 applications for payment, including progress billing, retention, and change orders

Coordinate lien waivers, certificates of insurance, and other compliance documents

Set up new jobs, maintain coding structures, and monitor commitments, subcontractor requisitions, and vendor compliance

Reconcile project costs vs. budgets; investigate variances and drive corrective actions

Support month-end close for assigned projects (accruals, reconciliations, journal entries, audit support)

Maintain documentation and internal control standards; recommend process improvements

Partner with Project Managers, Procurement, AP/AR, and field teams to resolve issues quickly and keep projects billable and cash-positive

Qualification

Project accounting experienceWIP reportingAIA billingJob costingExcel skillsCommunication skillsAttention to detailCollaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance preferred, or equivalent practical experience

2+ years of project accounting experience in a construction or project‑based environment

Hands‑on experience with WIP reporting, including preparation of WIP schedules, analysis of over/under billings, and understanding of percentage‑of‑completion revenue recognition

Proficiency with AIA billing (G702/G703), including preparing pay applications, managing retention, and processing change orders

Strong understanding of job costing, project tracking, and cost‑to‑complete analysis

Solid Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups) and comfort working in an ERP/project accounting system

Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage deadlines across multiple active projects

Ability to collaborate with project managers, accounting staff, and field teams to resolve discrepancies and ensure billing accuracy