Project Accountant jobs in Knoxville, TN

Phillips & Jordan, Inc. (P&J), a Phillips Infrastructure Holdings, Inc. company, is a certified woman-owned, heavy civil and power infrastructure contractor established in 1952. We build, maintain, and modernize resilient critical infrastructure that matters across the country in five key markets: Water, Mining, Industrial & Commercial, Power (Transmission & Distribution, Renewables, and Generation), and Disaster Response. As a People First company, we prioritize our team, the environment, and our communities throughout our organization, and our Core Values of Integrity, Safety, Quality, and Production guide our daily business practices.

The projects we pursue support critical initiatives in water management and restoration, energy transition, infrastructure resiliency, and extreme weather sectors. Addressing these drivers provides tangible, lasting value and lays the groundwork for stronger, more resilient communities, which is our primary goal as we strive to lead infrastructure development through innovation and flawless execution.

At P&J, we believe that it’s more than a job; it’s a way of life.

Join the P&J team today and become a valued member of our company

Summary

The Project Accountant is responsible for coordinating and administering billings and subcontractor payables for assigned divisions and projects within the company from project award to close.

Duties and Responsibilities:

· Process customer billings and collections and subcontractor invoices and payments for assigned projects.

· Administer change orders, back charges, and claims.

· Act as a liaison between owners, subcontractors, project management, and corporate office management.

· Manage notices filed by and under each subcontractor and obtain lien releases as required.

· Maintain client and subcontractor information in accounting.

· Other related duties as assigned.

Requirements and Skills:

· Proven working experience as a Project Accountant.

· Ability to follow specific and strict deadlines.

· Understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounting principles.

· Data entry skills, including a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.

· Basic understanding and use of Microsoft Excel.

Education and Experience: 

· High school diploma required, business or accounting degree preferred.

· Project accounting experience in the construction or related industry preferred.