Project Accountant at Ledgent Finance & Accounting in Phoenix, Arizona

Job Description:

Construction Accountant



Temp to Hire | $35.00 - $45.00 hourly


Phoenix 85027 | Fully onsite



Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Work-life balance: 2x Friday off a month!


• Employee-Centric Culture & Community Involvement


• Strong Leadership & internal growth focused


• Industry Leader: known for its innovative projects and high standards of quality and safety

You're a great fit if you have:

• Minimum of two years of recent experience working with SAGE 300


• Minimum of three years in construction accounting


• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, vlookups)


• Ability to work independently and as part of a project team

In this role, you will:

• Oversee construction-related accounting activities, including job costing, WIP (work-in-progress) reporting, and contract billing


• Prepare and maintain accurate project financial reports, journal entries, and account reconciliations


• Assist with preparing supporting schedules, such as fixed assets, project budgets, and audit documentation


• Process construction-specific invoices, subcontractor payments, and lien waivers


• Reconcile accounts, including General Ledger and WIP reports, and analyze project budgets and expenses


• Support month-end and year-end closing processes


• Collaborate with project managers and cross-functional teams to monitor project performance, perform variance analysis, and support decision-making


• Generate and review financial reports, including budget-to-actual comparisons

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county , to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions. Apply Now