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Project Accountant Houston, TX

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Project Accountant Houston, TX

Project Accountant, Accounts Receivable, Construction Environment, AIA G702/G703, AIA Billing

Experience level: Mid Level (5-8 yrs exp.) Experience required: 7 Years Education level: Bachelors degree Job function: Finance Industry: Oil & Energy Compensation: View salary Total position: 1 Relocation assistance: No Visa sponsorship eligibility: No
Purpose of the Job:

seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Analyst with expertise in construction accounting to manage the invoicing, collections, and revenue tracking processes for projects. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of construction contracts (including AIA billing), project cost structures, and lien waivers, and will play a critical role in supporting cash flow and ensuring compliance with contract terms
This Accounts Receivable Analyst will support project accounting, billing and accounts receivable across complex construction projects in our Energy & Resources business. The ideal candidate will have a strong analytical mindset and a deep understanding of construction projects and contracting.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

Prepare and submit client invoices in compliance with construction contracts and billing standards.
Monitor accounts receivable aging and proactively follow up on outstanding balances.
Collaborate with project managers to ensure billing aligns with project milestones and percentage-of-completion calculations.
Reconcile customer accounts, resolve billing discrepancies, and apply payments accurately.
Manage lien waivers, retainage tracking, and compliance documents as required by project contracts.
Ensure timely collection of receivables while maintaining positive client relationships.
Assist in the preparation of monthly AR and cash flow forecasts.
Support audit requests and ensure documentation is accurate and complete.
Implementing best practices for financial management.
Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelors degree
Minimum Functional Experience - 5 years
Preferred Experience:

5-7 years of experience in accounts receivable, with at least 5 years in a construction environment.
Strong understanding of construction billing methods, especially AIA G702/G703 forms.
Familiarity with retainage, change orders, lien releases, and job cost accounting.
Preferred Qualifications:

Familiarity with the specifics of construction projects.
Strong people skills and the ability to create and develop relationships.
Experience in construction, project management, and cost control.
Strong ability to analyze contracts, subcontractor invoices, and accounts receivable.
Strong communication and problem-solving skills to translate complex data into actionable insights.
Experience with construction accounting software (e.g., Sage 300 CRE, Procore, Viewpoint, QuickBooks for Construction) is a plus.
MUST HAVE:

Bachelors Degree or equivalent
Functional Experience - 5 years.
5-7 years of experience in accounts receivable, with at least 5 years in a construction environment.
Strong understanding of construction billing methods, especially AIA G702/G703 forms.
Familiarity with retainage, change orders, lien releases, and job cost accounting.

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