Project Accountant

The Ryan Company, a subsidiary of Quanta Services, is a General Contractor specializing in underground electrical distribution, substation construction and renewable energy throughout the continental U.S. At The Ryan Company, you can be part of a dynamic team that includes some of the most talented, creative, and experienced people in the industry. This team of the "best of the best" is the core of a culture that encourages you to improve and grow to the highest level of your abilities. In order to maintain such high standards, we believe in hiring only the best candidates who meet our qualifications. Overview We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Project Accountant to join our team in our Massachusetts office. This role will be responsible for managing, analyzing, and reporting all project-related costs to ensure accuracy and compliance with budgets. The ideal candidate will work closely with project managers, estimators, and the finance team to monitor job profitability and support financial decision-making. Duties Track, analyze, and report job costs across multiple construction projects Review and verify project budgets, change orders, and cost codes Assist with budget development and forecast projections Monitor actual project costs vs. budget and identify variances Collaborate with project managers to review cost data and provide actionable insights Track labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractor costs Review and reconcile project costs against budgets and forecasts Generate timely and accurate job cost and variance reports Prepare monthly cost reports and support month-end closings Ensure proper coding and documentation of job-related transactions Perform audits and assist with internal/external reviews Qualifications 2+ years of experience in construction accounting or job cost accounting Strong knowledge of construction cost accounting principles Proficient with accounting software Excellent Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, etc.) Strong analytical and organizational skills Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment Attention to detail and strong problem-solving abilities Knowledge of construction contracts and billing methods (AIA)

Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift Monday to

Friday Work Location:

In person