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The Christman Company

Project Accountant

Grand Rapids, MI · On-site

$58K - $76K/yr

Associate's degree in business, accounting, or related field. * Two (2) or more years of accounting/project accounting experience. * -or- * Equivalent combination of the above education, training ...

Christmanco

Project Accountant

Grand Rapids, MI · On-site

$58K - $76K/yr

Associate's degree in business, accounting, or related field. * Two (2) or more years of accounting/project accounting experience. * -or- * Equivalent combination of the above education, training ...

Christmanco

Project Accountant

Lansing, MI · On-site

$61K - $81K/yr

Associate's degree in business, accounting, or related field. * Two (2) or more years of accounting/project accounting experience. * -or- * Equivalent combination of the above education, training ...

Christmanco

Project Accountant

Lansing, MI · On-site

$61K - $81K/yr

Associate's degree in business, accounting, or related field. * Two (2) or more years of accounting/project accounting experience. * -or- * Equivalent combination of the above education, training ...

HOK

Project Accountant - Detroit

Detroit, MI · On-site

$28.84 - $36.10/hr

Setting up and maintaining projects in the accounting system in accordance with contract terms * Tracking and inputting project budgets and financial data * Reviewing project cost reports and meeting ...

AUCH Construction

Project Accountant

Pontiac, MI · On-site

$60K - $79K/yr

Our Project Accounting Department is Growing! This is a new opening due to growth in the Accounting Department. We value transparency and want our potential candidates to know that this role is ...

AUCH Construction

Project Accountant

Pontiac, MI

$60K - $79K/yr

Our Project Accounting Department is Growing! This is a new opening due to growth in the Accounting Department. We value transparency and want our potential candidates to know that this role is ...

Harley Ellis Devereaux

Project Accountant

Royal Oak, MI · On-site

$28.85 - $38.45/hr

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required * CPA or progress toward CPA preferred * Three or more years of accounting experience in a project-based professional services environment ...

AUCH Construction

Project Accountant

Pontiac, MI · On-site

$60K - $79K/yr

Our Project Accounting Department is Growing! This is a new opening due to growth in the Accounting Department. We value transparency and want our potential candidates to know that this role is ...

The Christman Company

Project Accountant

Lansing, MI · On-site

$61K - $81K/yr

With projects throughout the Midwest, Christman Constructors, Inc. (CCI) is a great place to begin ... Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, and other relevant course work, or years of work ...

Christmanco

Project Accountant

Lansing, MI · On-site

$61K - $81K/yr

With projects throughout the Midwest, Christman Constructors, Inc. (CCI) is a great place to begin ... Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, and other relevant course work, or years of work ...

M. J. Electric, LLC

Project Accountant

Oxford, MI · On-site

$54K - $71K/yr

... in Business, Accounting or Finance is required. - 3+ years financial experience in a construction environment is preferred. What You'll Get - 401(k) with company match (Traditional & Roth) - Paid ...

Rockford

Project Accountant

Grand Rapids, MI · On-site

$58K - $76K/yr

Project Accountant Office Location: 601 First Street NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504 Position ... Associate degree in Accounting or a minimum of three years of accounting experience (Bachelor ...

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What is the difference between Project Accounting In vs Cost Accountant?

AspectProject Accounting InCost Accountant
CredentialsTypically requires a degree in accounting or finance, often with certifications like CPA or CMARequires a degree in accounting, finance, or economics; CPA or CMA preferred
Work EnvironmentWorks primarily on project-specific financial tracking within organizations, often in construction, engineering, or consultingFocuses on cost analysis, budgeting, and control across various industries, including manufacturing and services
Industry UsageCommonly used in project-based industries such as construction, engineering, and consulting firmsWidely used across manufacturing, production, and service industries for cost management

While both roles involve financial analysis and accounting, Project Accounting In specializes in tracking and managing project-specific finances, whereas Cost Accountants focus on overall cost control and analysis across multiple projects or departments.

Is project accounting a stressful job?

Project accounting can be stressful due to tight deadlines, complex financial tracking, and the need for accuracy in managing project budgets and costs. It often requires strong organizational skills and attention to detail, especially when coordinating with multiple teams and stakeholders.

What does a project accountant do?

A project accountant manages financial aspects of specific projects, including budgeting, cost tracking, and financial reporting. They ensure projects stay within budget, analyze variances, and provide financial insights to support project managers and stakeholders, often using accounting software and financial analysis skills.

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Project Accountant

The Christman Company

Grand Rapids, MI • On-site

$58K - $76K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 21 days ago

The Christman Company rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

The Christman Company
Job Description:
Build More with Your Career at Christman
Are you interested in becoming an employee-owner with a leading national general contractor that will provide you with opportunities to Build More in your professional career? The Christman Company is looking for Project Accountant in our Grand Rapids/Lansing region.
The Project Accountant position is responsible for supporting the project team throughout the completion of a project. This includes providing regular updates regarding project profitability, sub-contractor compliance and any outstanding risk management issues requiring the team's attention.
What You Will Do:
As Project Accountant, your primary daily responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to:
  • Support Construction Operations with Accurate Financial Data
  • Assist Project Managers with project cost projections and reconciliations through project cost reports.
  • Support executive project financial status review through Project Financial Status Reports (PFSR).
  • Ensure Compliance with Company Risk Management Practices
  • Collect and track signed contracts, builder's risk insurance policies, trade contractor insurance, waivers, sworn statements, bonds, and notice of furnishings.
  • Maintain accurate and detailed project financial records including client, trade contractor, and project information files to a quality level expected by auditors.
  • Serve as a Personal Point-of-Contact with Trade Contractors
  • Provide orientation conversations for trade contractors working with Christman for the first time.
  • Answer questions and provide information regarding payments and contract compliance.
  • Process Project Financial Transactions
  • Manage and process all financial transactions performed in the normal course of a construction project between our company, the project owner, and trade contractors using our database system.
  • Manage project start up; load project budgets, issue subcontracts, and perform all other activities required to appropriately structure accounting systems for the project type.
  • Process owner invoices; reconcile job costs, load schedule of values, billing rates, and other information needed to support the contractual invoicing procedure and company risk management and accounting standards.
  • Process trade contractor invoices; reconcile trade contractor invoices, batch, cut and post trade contractor payments, and print checks.
  • Project changes: manage and process all financial transactions generated by changes to the original project contract and scope (owner change order and trade contractor change orders).
  • Project close-out: manage final billing adjustments, subcontract finalization, archiving, and other processes that confirm complete execution of the project contract.

Expected Hours of Work: Full-time position, onsite in our Lansing or Grand Rapids office.
Travel: Minimal travel required. Majority of travel done during work hours; overnight stays may be required.
What You Will Bring to the Team:
Required experience, knowledge, and skills for this role include:
  • Associate's degree in business, accounting, or related field.
  • Two (2) or more years of accounting/project accounting experience.
  • -or-
  • Equivalent combination of the above education, training, and experience.

Preferred experience, knowledge, and skills for this role include:
  • Associate or bachelor's degree in accounting or business.
  • Detailed knowledge of project contracts and change order documents.
  • Knowledge of the construction industry and industry terminology.
  • Three (3) years of experience in project accounting.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications
  • Proven ability to maintain the highest levels of integrity, and handle, update, and maintain sensitive information in a confidential, timely, and professional manner.
  • High level of accuracy and advanced attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication and writing skills.
  • Ability to work independently, take initiative, set priorities and see projects through to completion. Employ problem-solving skills and analysis and report problems to the Project Leader and/or Controller.
  • Strong service orientation and knowledge of the project structure in a client/consultant business environment.

Why Christman?
Here at Christman, everyone is an owner. Through our employee stock ownership plan, each employee-owner shares in the collective success and wealth of our collective hard work and dedication. Through our excellent total compensation package, eligible employees will receive benefits including employee stock ownership plan (ESOP), medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA contribution, 401K contribution, professional development and tuition reimbursement, and much more! Learn more about how you can become an employee-owner and Build More in your career at Christman!
The Christman family of companies is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.As part of our company policy, this position requires successful completion of pre-employment screening, including but not limited to drug and background screening.
Notice to Recruiting Agencies (Unsolicited Resumes): The Christman Company does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Please do not forward unsolicited agency resumes to our applicant tracking system, website, or to any Christman employee/affiliates. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Christman employees or its' affiliates will be considered property of The Christman Company and will be processed accordingly. Christman will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume without an executed agreement and assigned to a specific search.

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