Project Accountant Job at Aston Carter in Louisville

Fully Remote Project Accountant Job Opportunity

As the Project Accountant, you are responsible for accurate and timely entry and reporting of data in the company financial systems. You will be responsible for: accounts receivable, subcontract management, payroll, equipment entry, accounts payable, month end and key financial reporting/analysis. You will partner with management and project teams, through effective communication, to ensure the accuracy, timeliness, and completeness of data, while also helping them to leverage that data to enhance business performance. You are a driven individual, who continuously looks for opportunities to learn, grow and advance your career. You are forward looking, have a big picture mentality and are focused on continuous improvement in order to make Ledcor an even stronger organization.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Analyze project costs and provide insights to support strategic decision-making.
• Implement and maintain cost control systems to ensure projects stay within budget.
• Comprehend and communicate key commercial terms of project contracts to all relevant parties.
• Effectively report project financials and interpretations to leadership for decision-making.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of collective agreements affecting project costs.
• Collect and submit necessary documentation (e.g., statutory declarations, WCB clearance letters) for invoicing.
• Prepare and submit Letters of Engagement/Monthly Invoices (LEMs) to clients in accordance with the terms.
• Gather third-party invoices to support accurate and timely client billing.
• Prepare and submit monthly equipment rental billings, progress invoices, and manage holdback releases.
• Process and reconcile electronic billing submissions, ensuring alignment with client billing systems.

Qualifications:

• The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role.
• Must have a post-secondary business degree.
• Must have experience within commercial construction, telecom or a related industry is preferred.
• Must have knowledge of JD Edwards or similar large ERP is preferred.
• Working knowledge of construction methods.
• Financial acumen regarding equipment utilization, rates, equipment capital decisions, and profitability analysis.
• Working knowledge of construction accounting principles.
• Working knowledge of construction software systems.
• Strong analytical skills and problem solving.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook).

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $95000.00 - $100000.00/yr. Our competitive total rewards package provides compensation and benefits that support your physical, mental and financial well-being. We offer exciting, challenging work with opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge.

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 12, 2025.