Project Cost Accountant

Project Cost Accountant About the Company Our client, a growing and well-established organization in the Seymour, CT area, is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Project Cost Accountant to join their team. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with project managers and leadership while playing a key role in financial tracking, reporting, and project performance analysis. Responsibilities Assist the Controller with cost analysis, month-end reporting, forecasting updates, and preparation of WIP schedules Manage project job costs within Sage 300 and Premier Construction Software Collaborate with Estimating and Contract Administration teams to establish project estimates within the job cost system Partner with Project Managers to review and update project job costs on a monthly basis Prepare, process, and issue owner requisitions alongside Project Managers Process and manage subcontractor requisitions for payment in coordination with Accounts Payable and Project Managers Verify previously billed amounts Review current billings against owner billings Verify retention amounts and extensions Process vendor invoices by: Matching invoices against purchase orders Verifying quantities and unit pricing Reviewing invoice extensions Confirming sales/use tax applicability Running required Timberline reports Assist with check runs and verify required supporting documentation, including signed documents and waivers Respond to vendor and subcontractor inquiries in a professional and timely manner Maintain organized filing systems and track documentation related to accounting and project cost functions Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience, preferably within construction or project-based industries Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel Familiarity with construction procedures and documentation, including AIA requisition forms and change order forms Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced environment Preferred Skills Experience with Sage 300, Timberline, and/or Premier Construction Software Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously Knowledge of construction accounting principles and job costing processe EB-5360666938