About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Accounting & Finance.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

This role supports project financial management across active portfolios. As a Project Accountant for our Confidential Client in Tiki Island, TX, you will own project-level accounting tasks that enable timely, accurate financial reporting and informed operational decisions.

• Manage job costing, budgeting, and forecasting for multiple concurrent projects
• Monitor project financials and escalate potential cost overruns or margin risks
• Interpret contract terms and ensure revenue recognition and billing align with contract language
• Reconcile project accounts, process project-related invoices, and support month-end close
• Partner with project managers and operations teams to provide actionable financial analysis
• Maintain accurate project files and documentation to support audits and compliance

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What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking a reliable, detail-focused accountant who can thrive in a growing, cross-functional environment.

• 2–3 years’ experience in project, construction, or operational accounting (entry-level candidates with strong job-costing exposure are welcome)
• Hands-on experience with job costing, contract-based accounting, and budget tracking
• Familiarity with CMIC (ERP), Quick Base, Textura; exposure to Procore is a plus
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or equivalent experience preferred
• Strong Excel skills and comfort working with ERP/reporting tools
• Effective communicator who partners with project teams and leadership
• Positive, proactive attitude with a willingness to expand responsibilities into broader financial operations

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Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary: $65,000 — $80,000 USD per year
• Discretionary performance bonus
• Benefits package includes comprehensive healthcare coverage and 401(k) match
• Professional growth opportunities with exposure to senior leadership and diverse project types (construction, events, federal)
• Employment types: Full-time or Contractor (as needed)

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Why This Role Stands Out

• Clear career path toward senior project accounting and broader finance roles
• Hands-on exposure to high-profile, multi-sector projects
• Entrepreneurial but stable workplace that rewards initiative
• Close collaboration with operations and leadership — visibility for career advancement

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Additional Details

• Location: Tiki Island, TX (on-site / local)
• Employment Type: FULL_TIME or CONTRACTOR
• Confidential Client (via Careertakes) is committed to a fair hiring process and will comply with applicable state hiring laws.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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