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Totlani & Partners

Project Accountant

Totlani & Partners, Nashville, Tennessee, United States, 37247

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Job Title:

Project Accountant

Department:

Accounting/Finance

Reports To:

CEO

Employment Type:

Full-Time

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Senior Project Accountant to join our finance team. This position plays a key role in managing the financial aspects of construction and project-based accounting. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with

job costing ,

Work-in-Progress (WIP) reporting , and

percentage of completion accounting . Proficiency with construction ERP systems such as

Foundation, Sage 300 (Timberline), or Sage Intacct

is highly preferred.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain accurate

job cost records

including tracking costs to budgets, coding invoices, and supporting project managers with financial data.

Prepare and analyze WIP reports, reconciling revenue recognition using the percentage of completion method.

Collaborate with project managers and operations to ensure proper project setup, budget entries, and change orders in the ERP system.

Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes, including journal entries and account reconciliations related to projects.

Support audits by providing project financial data and documentation.

Ensure compliance with company policies, contractual requirements, and GAAP.

Monitor project cash flow and assist with forecasting revenue and cost projections.

Provide financial insight and recommendations to improve project performance and profitability.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.

5+ years of project accounting experience in the construction or Real Estate industry.

Strong understanding of

job costing, WIP reporting, and percentage of completion accounting .

Proficiency in ERP systems such as

Foundation, Sage 300 CRE (Timberline), Sage Intacct , or similar.

Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with financial reporting tools.

Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.

Preferred Qualifications

CPA or construction accounting certification a plus.

Experience working with general contractors or subcontractors.

Familiarity with project management systems and integrations with accounting software.

Seniority Level

Associate

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Accounting/Auditing

Industries

Real Estate and Construction

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