AccountantRobert Half

Description We are looking for an Accountant to support financial operations for a development and construction-focused organization in Texas. This contract opportunity has the potential to become permanent and is ideal for an accounting specialist who is comfortable managing project-driven financial activity, maintaining accurate records under accrual accounting, and contributing to a timely close process. The role offers the chance to work closely with operational teams while helping ensure reliable reporting, cost visibility, and financial accuracy in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

Oversee day-to-day accounting activity by maintaining accurate records and ensuring transactions are recorded in line with accrual-based accounting standards.

Prepare journal entries, update the general ledger, and complete account reconciliations to support accurate monthly financial reporting.

Contribute to month-end and year-end close activities by reviewing balances, resolving discrepancies, and finalizing supporting schedules.

Monitor project financial performance by analyzing job costs, tracking budgets, and evaluating profitability across active work.

Support construction-related accounting processes, including work-in-progress reporting, draw tracking, and cost allocation for projects.

Reconcile bank accounts, credit card activity, and key balance sheet accounts to maintain clean and dependable financial data.

Produce internal financial reports and assist with budget-versus-actual reviews to help leadership understand operational results.

Work with project managers and operations partners to verify cost coding, review invoices, and ensure vendor and subcontractor documentation is complete.

Assist with audit readiness and help uphold internal controls, financial procedures, and compliance standards. Requirements Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.

At least 3 years of accounting experience within construction, real estate development, or a similar project-based environment.

Working knowledge of accrual accounting and its application in day-to-day financial operations.

Experience with job costing, project accounting, and tracking financial activity tied to active projects.

Solid understanding of general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.

Proficiency in Excel and accounting systems, with the ability to learn organization-specific tools quickly.

Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and clear communication abilities.

Experience supporting accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, and related bookkeeping functions is preferred.

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