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Project Accountant

  2025-08-22     CV Resources     Boise,ID  
Description:

CV Resources is partnering with a leading construction organization to identify a Senior Project Controls professional to join their growing team. This role will play a critical part in driving financial and operational success by overseeing project cost control, scheduling, billing, and reporting functions. The ideal candidate brings strong project controls experience on large-scale construction projects, advanced Excel skills, and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally with project managers, field teams, and clients. This is a great opportunity to make a direct impact on high-profile projects while working with a team that values integrity, accountability, and innovation.


Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Cost Control / Accounting

  • Reconcile project accounts with general ledger entries and labor postings.

  • Track project budgets, expenditures, and monitor cost performance vs. forecasts.

  • Identify cost overruns and recommend corrective actions.

Schedule Management

  • Collaborate with General Contractors on milestone planning and weekly scheduling.

  • Lead pull-planning sessions with General Foremen to align commitments and track performance.

  • Generate and analyze schedule data, ensuring accuracy and confidence in project timelines.

  • Identify material and equipment constraints in coordination with Procurement Engineers.

  • Produce visual KPI and dashboard reporting to drive accountability.

KPI & EVM Management

  • Align billing requests with performance metrics.

  • Collect and analyze productivity metrics to support earned value and forecasting.

  • Provide reporting packages for client-required KPIs and project performance.

Billing & Collections

  • Coordinate with Project Managers on monthly billing submissions.

  • Support collections efforts and track compliance with payment terms.

  • Monitor billing progress, flag potential issues, and help resolve disputes.

  • Maintain project cash flow projections and assist with lien releases.

Accounts Payable

  • Review subcontractor/vendor payment applications for progress alignment.

  • Validate work-in-place with field teams prior to payment.

  • Ensure accurate cost coding and reconcile accrued/unaccrued costs.

  • Track committed vs. actual costs and update project systems accordingly.

Communication & Liaison

  • Serve as a bridge between project teams and AP to clarify discrepancies and prioritize payments.

  • Assist with invoice processing and Medius approvals.

  • Provide data for forecasting, reporting, compliance, and audit support.


Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Construction Management, or related field.

  • 5+ years of industry experience, including 3+ years in project controls on projects $25M+.

  • Strong financial acumen with knowledge of GAAP, cost controls, and forecasting.

  • Advanced MS Excel skills; proficiency with project controls and accounting systems.

  • Strong interpersonal and organizational skills; ability to manage multiple priorities.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication.


Competencies

  • Proactivity & Initiative – Anticipates needs and takes action.

  • Problem Solving – Identifies issues and drives solutions.

  • Teamwork & Communication – Builds authentic partnerships across teams.

  • Insight & Analytical Thinking – Uses data to inform and influence decisions.

  • Perseverance & Dedication – Meets deadlines and maintains integrity under pressure.

  • Curiosity & Continuous Learning – Embraces new tools, processes, and feedback.


Additional Information

  • Compensation: $65k– $85k annually (based on skills, experience, certifications, and location).

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