Project Accountant

Project Accountant Golden State Recruiting Santa Ana, CA Job Details Full-time $90,000 - $115,000 a year 1 hour ago Benefits Profit sharing Health insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Accounting experience within construction industry Cost management Construction payment applications Construction payment processing Job order costing Construction industry experience Stakeholder relationship building Full Job Description Project Accountant Santa Ana, CA $90-115k + Benefits Full-Time | Onsite A well-established commercial construction company with a long-standing reputation in the industry is seeking a Construction Project Accountant to support large-scale commercial projects in the Sacramento area. This organization has been operating successfully for decades and offers a stable environment, strong employee tenure, and the opportunity to support high-profile construction projects. We are looking for someone who can step in quickly, manage multiple priorities, and work closely with project teams, subcontractors, and operations leadership. Responsibilities Process construction-related accounts payable and subcontractor invoices Prepare and manage owner billings, including AIA billing documentation Support accounts receivable and payment tracking Handle preliminary notices, lien releases, and conditional/unconditional waivers Maintain accurate job costing and committed cost tracking Ensure project compliance documentation is current, including insurance and licensing requirements Partner closely with Project Managers and Operations leadership regarding billing and project financials Maintain project accounting records within related construction ERP systems Assist with project-related sales tax tracking and documentation Qualifications 5+ years of construction project accounting experience Strong understanding of commercial construction accounting processes Experience with AIA billing, job costing, lien releases, and preliminary notices Ability to manage multiple active projects simultaneously Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Comfortable working in a fast-paced construction environment Strong communication and relationship-building skills Additional Preferred Experience Commercial construction project exposure Experience supporting large-scale projects such as retail centers, entertainment venues, mixed-use developments, or similar commercial projects Schedule Standard onsite schedule Monday-Friday Some flexibility available regarding start/end times Compensation & Benefits $90-115k depending on experience Medical, dental, vision 401(k) with profit sharing PTO and long-term stability with an established organization