Project Accountant CFS

•4.0 Chestnut Hill, MA Job Details $70,000

•$85,000 a year 10 hours ago Qualifications Accounting experience within construction industry Financial forecasting Accounting systems Contract documentation review Cost accounting analysis Preparation of internal financial performance reports Sage Contract review Construction contract administration Spreadsheets Construction payment processing Mid-level Client invoicing Construction budget management Job order costing Financial records management Contractual compliance checks Construction industry experience Financial record maintenance Estimating construction project budgets Project contract management Communication skills ProCore Audit support

Full Job Description Project Accountant Compensation:

$70,000

•85,000

Location:

Chestnut Hill, MA Schedule:

Hybrid opportunity available after initial onsite training. CFS has partnered with a growing construction management firm in seeking a Project Accountant to join their finance team. This role will partner with Project Managers and Accounting to support project financial reporting, billing, job costing, subcontractor compliance, and project forecasting throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

Prepare and manage owner billings and project budgets Review contracts for billing requirements, retainage, and compliance Process invoices, job cost allocations, and subcontractor documentation Maintain project forecasts and assist with monthly financial reporting Support audits, project closeouts, and financial record management

Qualifications:

2+ years of project accounting experience; construction industry experience preferred Knowledge of job cost accounting, AIA billing, retainage, and lien waivers Strong Excel skills and attention to detail Experience with ERP/construction accounting software (Sage, Procore, etc.) preferred Excellent organizational and communication skills #INOCT2026