This position is Hybrid 5% onsite and 95% remote. There is a possibility of coming into the office for four hours a month depending on if they need to join the board meetings.
WIFA is seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Construction Project Accountant to manage the day-to-day financial activities of multiple construction projects. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely accounting, reporting, and compliance with company policies, project contracts, and regulatory requirements. This role is critical in supporting project managers, senior accountants, and leadership by providing financial visibility and ensuring cost control throughout the lifecycle of construction projects.
Daily Accounting Functions & Processes
Accounts Payable (AP) Management Process vendor invoices, subcontractor billings, and material purchases.
Match purchase orders, delivery tickets, and invoices to verify accuracy.
Ensure timely approvals and coding to proper project cost codes.
Track retention and ensure compliance with subcontract terms.
Job Cost Accounting
Record daily project costs accurately against budget and cost codes.
Maintain and reconcile job cost reports with project managers.
Support project managers with budget-to-actual variance analysis.
Track committed costs, change orders, and potential cost exposures.
General Ledger & Month-End Post journal entries and maintain
accurate project-level ledgers.
Reconcile project accounts, bank accounts, and vendor statements.
Assist in monthly close process, including accruals and WIP (Work in Progress) schedules.
Additional Skills:
Proficient in the day to day accounting
function and process and accounting
requirements.
Track project costs and budget and
financial reporting.
Working with Grantees on Financial related issues.
Working with the Governor s office
regarding Grant transfers and expense
transactions for Grantees.
Compliance & Documentation
Maintain project-related financial
records, contracts, insurance
certificates, and lien waivers.
Ensure compliance with internal
controls, contractual obligations, and
state/federal regulations.
Support audits and external reporting
requirements.
Highly desirable:
Proficient in AZ360 or other accounting
ERP/software programs.
Proficient in the eCivis platform or
another grant related system/platform.
Must poses knowledge of process
improvement as it relates to project
management and project
concerns/issue that arise including
disbursements tracking.
Must be able to communication in both
verbally and in writing with high
proficiency.
Must be able to work collaboratively
and independently.
Soft Skills:
Must be organized and able work in a
fast pace, busy environment.
Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.
Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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WIFA is seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Construction Project Accountant to manage the day-to-day financial activities of multiple construction projects. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely accounting, reporting, and compliance with company policies, project contracts, and regulatory requirements. This role is critical in supporting project managers, senior accountants, and leadership by providing financial visibility and ensuring cost control throughout the lifecycle of construction projects.
Daily Accounting Functions & Processes
Accounts Payable (AP) Management Process vendor invoices, subcontractor billings, and material purchases.
Match purchase orders, delivery tickets, and invoices to verify accuracy.
Ensure timely approvals and coding to proper project cost codes.
Track retention and ensure compliance with subcontract terms.
Job Cost Accounting
Record daily project costs accurately against budget and cost codes.
Maintain and reconcile job cost reports with project managers.
Support project managers with budget-to-actual variance analysis.
Track committed costs, change orders, and potential cost exposures.
General Ledger & Month-End Post journal entries and maintain
accurate project-level ledgers.
Reconcile project accounts, bank accounts, and vendor statements.
Assist in monthly close process, including accruals and WIP (Work in Progress) schedules.
Additional Skills:
Proficient in the day to day accounting
function and process and accounting
requirements.
Track project costs and budget and
financial reporting.
Working with Grantees on Financial related issues.
Working with the Governor s office
regarding Grant transfers and expense
transactions for Grantees.
Compliance & Documentation
Maintain project-related financial
records, contracts, insurance
certificates, and lien waivers.
Ensure compliance with internal
controls, contractual obligations, and
state/federal regulations.
Support audits and external reporting
requirements.
Highly desirable:
Proficient in AZ360 or other accounting
ERP/software programs.
Proficient in the eCivis platform or
another grant related system/platform.
Must poses knowledge of process
improvement as it relates to project
management and project
concerns/issue that arise including
disbursements tracking.
Must be able to communication in both
verbally and in writing with high
proficiency.
Must be able to work collaboratively
and independently.
Soft Skills:
Must be organized and able work in a
fast pace, busy environment.
Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.
Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.