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System One

Project Accountant

System One, Tulsa, Oklahoma, United States, 74145

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Project Accountant III Location:

Tulsa, OK

Travel Required:

Regular travel to Stillwater, OK

Industry:

Construction (Safety-Sensitive Position)

Employment Type:

Full-Time | Exempt

Salary:

$70,000-90,000k/yr.

System One is partnering with a client in the

construction industry

to hire an experienced

Project Accountant III . This role is based in

Tulsa , with required travel to

Stillwater, OK , and will support large-scale construction projects.

This is an excellent opportunity for a construction accounting professional who enjoys working closely with project teams, managing complex reconciliations, and mentoring others.

Position Overview The Project Accountant III (PA3) builds upon the responsibilities of a PA2 while taking a lead role in project reconciliations and supporting the training and development of regional accounting staff. This role works closely with Project Managers and the Director of Project Accounting to support billing strategy, financial accuracy, and project execution.

Key Responsibilities

Process and review material and subcontractor invoices for approval and entry into the accounting system

Review subcontractor pay applications (contract values, retainage, stored materials, owner-direct purchases) and communicate discrepancies

Track subcontractor insurance compliance and collect required documentation (W-9s, lien releases, certified payrolls)

Prepare and process owner billings in accordance with contract terms and company standards

Generate billing backup and reconcile billings against job cost

Perform routine reconciliations and audit reviews; identify and resolve variances

Assist with job cost budgets, billing forecasts, change management, and PSR reviews

Coordinate vendor payments with Corporate AP, ensuring compliance with company policies and pay-if-paid provisions

Support payroll processing for hourly employees

Maintain accounting and subcontractor documentation in a paperless document control system

Assist with onboarding, training, and development of regional accounting staff; may have direct reports

Provide general administrative and accounting support to project teams as needed

Required Skills & Abilities

Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office; ability to quickly learn new systems

Experience working in a paperless environment

Working knowledge of

Vista ERP

or similar construction accounting systems

Excellent organizational, time management, and analytical skills

Ability to manage multiple projects with varying size and complexity

Proven ability to analyze and resolve AR/AP issues efficiently

Strong communication skills and team-oriented mindset

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent relevant accounting experience

Minimum 6 years of construction or industry-related accounting experience

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