Construction Project Accountant

Role: Project Accountant

# of Openings: 1

Job Type: Full-time, Salaried

Location: Charlottesville, VA

Compensation: $80,000 to $90,000 per year

Job Overview

Our client, an established, regional renewable energy company, is looking to bring on an Project Accountant to focus on the company’s core accounting operations involving construction. This is a full-time role with our client.

Job Responsibilities

• Core Accounting Operations: Oversee Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) functions.
• Financial Reporting: Lead the month-end close process, execute general ledger reconciliations, and prepare internal financial statements.
• Project Accounting: Support field teams through detailed project accounting, including job costing, Work-In-Progress (WIP) analysis, and percent-complete revenue recognition.
• Cash & Expense Management: Oversee daily cash reporting, reconcile bank accounts, provide monthly cash flow forecasts, and manage the company’s bank card and fuel card programs.
• Compliance & Tax: Maintain corporate business licenses across all locations and accurately prepare, report, and file monthly sales and consumer use taxes.

Successful Candidates Must Have:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 3+ years of accounting experience, including AP, AR, general ledger reconciliations, cash reporting, cash flow forecasting, and licensure
• Experience managing finance and accounting personnel
• Knowledge of cost accounting, job costing principles, and percent-complete revenue methodologiesStrong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• A CPA license or CMA certification is highly preferred.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Microsoft Excel

About Us

With nearly two decades of staffing, recruitment, and talent strategy experience, AEON Staffing Group is a workforce solutions provider and talent consulting company with a singular focus: positively impacting lives by placing the best talent into jobs that truly make a difference. Whether you’re a job seeker looking for your next big opportunity, an employer looking for the talent that will help take your project or business to the next level, or a business owner looking to improve your ability to hire and retain the best that the market has to offer, AEON is here to help.

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To learn more about AEON Staffing Group and other employment opportunities, please email [email protected] or visit our website at www.aeonstaffinggroup.com.

AEON Staffing Group is an equal opportunity employer.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Accounting: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• CPA (Preferred)
• CMA Certification (Preferred)

Location:

• Charlottesville, VA 22902 (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Charlottesville, VA 22902 (Required)

Work Location: In person