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Job Title: Project Accountant Job Description We're seeking a detail-oriented Project Accountant to join our team at our office near Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston. Whether you're a recent Accounting, Finance, or Business graduate looking to start your career or an accounting professional with 1-3 years of experience, this is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on exposure to project accounting in a fast-paced construction environment. In this role, you'll work closely with project managers, operations teams, and accounting leadership to help track project costs, process billing, analyze budgets, and support financial reporting. You'll have the opportunity to learn the business side of construction while building a strong foundation in accounting and finance. Responsibilities • Assist with maintaining accurate project financial records, including cost tracking, billing, revenue recognition, and reporting. • Partner with project managers and operations teams to understand project progress, budgets, and financial performance. • Prepare and process project billing in accordance with contract requirements and company procedures. • Support job cost reporting and work-in-progress (WIP) schedule preparation. • Reconcile project accounts and ensure transactions are recorded accurately and timely. • Assist with accounts receivable activities related to project billing and collections. • Enter, maintain, and analyze project financial data within accounting and ERP systems. • Utilize Excel to prepare reports, analyze project performance, and support decision-making. • Respond to internal inquiries regarding project financial information and billing. • Collaborate with office and field teams to ensure project budgets and financial data remain accurate. • Maintain a high level of accuracy, attention to detail, and accountability. • Participate in process improvement initiatives and special projects as assigned. Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred. • Recent graduates are encouraged to apply. • 0-2 years of accounting, finance, bookkeeping, project accounting, or related experience. • Internship experience in accounting, finance, construction, or a similar business environment is a plus. • Strong Microsoft Excel skills and comfort working with data. • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. • Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. • Positive attitude and eagerness to learn. Nice to Have • Exposure to accounting software or ERP systems through coursework, internships, or professional experience. • Experience in construction, engineering, manufacturing, or other project-based environments. • Familiarity with Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, and basic financial reporting. • Understanding of general accounting principles and account reconciliations. Why This Opportunity? • Great fit for recent graduates or candidates with 1-2 years of experience. • Hands-on training and mentorship from experienced professionals. • Exposure to project accounting, operations, and construction finance. • Clear opportunities for professional growth and advancement. • Collaborative, team-oriented culture with visibility across the business. Work Environment This position is 100% onsite at our Houston office located near Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) . You'll work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment alongside project managers, accounting professionals, and operations leaders who support large-scale construction projects. The culture is team-oriented, energetic, and focused on professional development, making it an excellent place to build a long-term career. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Houston, TX 77060. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $24.03 - $43.27/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Houston, TX 77060. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Oct 27, 2026. Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Houston,TX 77060. About Aston Carter Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options. San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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Must-haves

Assist with maintaining accurate project financial records, including cost tracking, billing, revenue recognition, and reporting.
Partner with project managers and operations teams to understand project progress, budgets, and financial performance.
Prepare and process project billing in accordance with contract requirements and company procedures.
Support job cost reporting and work-in-progress (WIP) schedule preparation.
Reconcile project accounts and ensure transactions are recorded accurately and timely.
Assist with accounts receivable activities related to project billing and collections.
Enter, maintain, and analyze project financial data within accounting and ERP systems.
Utilize Excel to prepare reports, analyze project performance, and support decision-making.
Respond to internal inquiries regarding project financial information and billing.
Collaborate with office and field teams to ensure project budgets and financial data remain accurate.
Maintain a high level of accuracy, attention to detail, and accountability.
Participate in process improvement initiatives and special projects as assigned.

Nice-to-haves

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred.
Internship experience in accounting, finance, construction, or a similar business environment is a plus.
Exposure to accounting software or ERP systems through coursework, internships, or professional experience.
Experience in construction, engineering, manufacturing, or other project-based environments.
Familiarity with Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, and basic financial reporting.
Understanding of general accounting principles and account reconciliations.
Why This Opportunity?
Hands-on training and mentorship from experienced professionals.
Exposure to project accounting, operations, and construction finance.
Clear opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
Collaborative, team-oriented culture with visibility across the business.
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