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Turner & Townsend lists this Project Accountant Construction Administrative Support opportunity in chandler, Arizona. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Description
nTurner & Townsend is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Project Accountant to support the expansion of advanced manufacturing facilities for a global high-tech client. This role will be embedded with our Arizona team and will provide comprehensive construction administrative support, overseeing the end-to-end financial and contractual processes for complex capital projects.
nThe Project Accountant will work closely with internal teams, vendors, and client stakeholders to manage contracts, purchase orders, change orders, and invoices, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely execution. This role requires strong organizational skills, a collaborative mindset, and a deep understanding of construction accounting and financial controls.
nResponsibilities:
nnReview contracts for accuracy and completeness; route for signature and upload to contract repository.
nTrack contracts through approval workflows and ensure timely execution.
nGenerate and manage purchase orders to accompany executed contracts across global regions.
nAssist vendors in establishing supplier accounts and navigating contract, PO, and invoicing procedures.
nValidate vendor invoices against contracts, POs, and supporting documentation; check for errors such as duplication, math issues, or missing backup.
nResolve invoice and payment issues by coordinating with vendors, project teams, and internal AP departments.
nTrack invoices from submission through payment, ensuring compliance with client processes and timely resolution.
nMaintain invoice and change order logs, tracking issues, cost savings, and approval status.
nCollaborate with project controls to ensure sufficient budget is available for commitments and change orders.
nValidate and reconcile change orders against contracts, POs, and previous changes; ensure accuracy and adherence to terms.
nTrack change orders through full approval lifecycle and report status in daily project controls meetings.
nSupport project close-out activities, including final reporting and documentation.
nAssist in compiling monthly reports for client review and approval.
nProvide actual cost data from accounting systems for ad-hoc reporting and analysis.
nEnsure compliance with financial procedures and support internal and external audits.
nMaintain documentation of activities and timelines to support transparency and governance.
n nnQualifications:
Qualifications
nnAbility to work a hybrid schedule with regular on-site presence in Chandler, AZ.
n4+ years of relevant experience in project accounting or construction administration.
nStrong understanding of procurement, sourcing, and contract management processes.
nFamiliarity with construction accounting practices, including general contractor payment application review.
nExperience with change order validation and tracking in a construction environment.
nProficiency in financial management software, especially SAP Financial & CPM.
nExperience in reporting and performance analysis.
nStrong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
nHighly organized and detail-oriented, with strong documentation and QA/QC capabilities.
nAbility to work independently while collaborating across teams.
nCustomer-centric mindset with a desire to exceed service expectations.
nProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
n nAdditional Information
nOn-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's needs
nOur inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.
nWe want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.
nTurner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
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chandler, AZ, 85249, US
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