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Project Accountant (Construction)

Atlantic Group
Brunswick, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 1/28/2026 CLOSED ON 2/26/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Accountant (Construction) position at Atlantic Group?

  • Location: South Jersey
  • Type: Perm (Contingency)
  • Job #46333
  • Salary: $65,000

Job Overview – Project Accountant (Construction):

Compensation: $65,000 – $75,000/year bonus

Location: South Jersey area

Schedule: Monday to Friday (Hybrid)

Join our client as a Project Accountant (Construction) in the South Jersey area (Hybrid). Oversee billing compliance, prepare AIA payment applications, manage financial reporting, and support change orders and reconciliations. Ideal for early-career accountants with construction experience, strong communication skills, and advanced Excel proficiency.

Responsibilities as the Project Accountant (Construction):

  • Billing Compliance: Ensure all project billings meet contract terms, including retention and stored materials.
  • Payment Applications: Prepare and submit monthly AIA payment applications and invoices to general contractors.
  • Project Analysis: Conduct monthly reconciliations and job statement reviews to confirm billing goals are achieved.
  • Change Orders: Manage, track, and invoice project-specific change orders while maintaining accurate records.
  • Collections & Collaboration: Support collections, resolve payment variances, and coordinate with project managers on billing and retention requests.

Qualifications for the Project Accountant (Construction):

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting preferred.
  • Experience: 1-2 years of project accounting or billing analyst experience required, with direct experience in construction accounting and AIA billing preferred.
  • Technical Skills: Advanced Microsoft Office skills with strong Excel proficiency, and experience in accounting or project management systems preferred.
  • Skills & Attributes: Detail-oriented with strong billing and reporting accuracy, excellent organizational and multitasking abilities, and effective communication skills for stakeholder management.

Application Notice: Qualified candidates will be contacted within 2 business days of application. If an applicant does not meet the above criteria, Atlantic Group will keep your resume on file for future opportunities and may contact you for further discussion.

Salary : $65,000 - $75,000

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