Project Accountant

Kansas City, MO

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Type: Direct-Hire

Experience: 3

Education: BA

Category: Accounting & Finance

Contractor Work Model: Onsite

Brand: System One

Compensation Range: 80000.00 - 90000.00

Job ID: 345822

Date Posted: 03/19/2026

Shortcut: http://jobs.systemone.com/lzigcA


Job Title: Project Accountant
Location: Onsite - Kansas City, MO (Headquarters & Project Sites)

System One is seeking a Project Accountant to support construction projects through accurate financial tracking, job cost reporting, and project close-out activities. This is a direct-hire, onsite role supporting both headquarters operations and active project sites.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and/or several years of relevant construction accounting experience.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate job setup and organization with the Project Management team
  • Set up approved subcontracts and purchase orders in Vista and review for accuracy
  • Set up and review approved change orders
  • Manage subcontractor compliance with contract terms, including bonds, insurance, waivers, and billing accuracy
  • Prepare and submit required lien waivers for projects, subcontractors, and material suppliers
  • Initiate subcontractor payments upon receipt of progress billing funds, coordinating with Project Management
  • Review and maintain accurate project cost reports
  • Generate and process monthly G702/G703 construction requisition billings in a timely manner
  • Investigate unbilled project costs
  • Maintain complete and accurate financial project files
  • Assist with financial aspects of project close-out
  • Provide requested project information to external parties
  • Coordinate and assist with project-specific audits
  • Support additional accounting and project needs as assigned

Preferred Qualifications

  • Construction accounting experience
  • Job costing experience
  • Strong proficiency in Google Sheets and Microsoft Excel

Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or 3+ years of qualified work experience
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to multitask, prioritize, and stay organized in a fast-paced environment

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