Job Description

Position Title: Construction Project Accountant

Location: 3300 N Central Ave STE 1050 Phoenix, AZ 85012

Duration: 12 Months contract

Job Description

Required Skills

Proficient in Accounting ERP/software programs

Skill

Proficient in the eCivis platform or another grant related system/platform

Skill

Knowledge to project management/ accounting and project concerns/issue that arise including disbursements tracking

Skill

5- 10 years of experience or 5 plus years of direct experience may substitute for degree

Preferred Skills

Must be organized and able work in fast pace, busy environment

Skill

Must be able to work collaboratively and independently

This position is Hybrid 5% onsite and 95% remote. There is a possibility of coming into the office for four hours a month depending on if they need to join the board meetings.

WIFA is seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Construction Project Accountant to manage the day-to-day financial activities of multiple construction projects. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely accounting, reporting, and compliance with company policies, project contracts, and regulatory requirements. This role is critical in supporting project managers, senior accountants, and leadership by providing financial visibility and ensuring cost control throughout the lifecycle of construction projects.

Daily Accounting Functions & Processes

• Accounts Payable (AP) Management Process vendor invoices, subcontractor billings, and material purchases.
• Match purchase orders, delivery tickets, and invoices to verify accuracy.
• Ensure timely approvals and coding to proper project cost codes.
• Track retention and ensure compliance with subcontract terms.

Job Cost Accounting

• Record daily project costs accurately against budget and cost codes.
• Maintain and reconcile job cost reports with project managers.
• Support project managers with budget-to-actual variance analysis.
• Track committed costs, change orders, and potential cost exposures.
• General Ledger & Month-End Post journal entries and maintain accurate project-level ledgers.
• Reconcile project accounts, bank accounts, and vendor statements.
• Assist in monthly close process, including accruals and WIP (Work in Progress) schedules.

Additional Skills:

• Proficient in the day to day accounting
• function and process and accounting requirements.
• Track project costs and budget and financial reporting.
• Working with Grantees on Financial related issues.
• Working with the Governor’s office regarding Grant transfers and expense transactions for Grantees.

Compliance & Documentation

Maintain project-related financial records, contracts, insurance certificates, and lien waivers.

Ensure compliance with internal controls, contractual obligations, and state/federal regulations.

Support audits and external reporting requirements.

Highly desirable:

• Proficient in AZ360 or other accounting ERP/software programs.
• Proficient in the eCivis platform or another grant related system/platform.
• Must poses knowledge of process improvement as it relates to project management and project concerns/issue that arise including disbursements tracking.
• Must be able to communication in both verbally and in writing with high proficiency.
• Must be able to work collaboratively and independently.

Soft Skills:

Must be organized and able work in a fast pace, busy environment.

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