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Job description
Project Accountant (Data Center Construction)
Umatilla, OR
$36-$40/hr | Contract-to-Hire
Full-Time | Monday-Friday | 7:00 AM-3:30 PM
Join a $4B Industry Leader Building the Future of Data Centers
About the Opportunity
Are you a construction accounting professional looking to be part of a high-profile data center project? A respected builder with more than 140 years of success and over $4 billion in annual revenue, is seeking a Project Accountant to support a major $50 million data center project in Eastern Oregon.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organization expanding its footprint in mission-critical and public works construction projects while working alongside experienced project management and accounting teams.
What You'll Do
As a Project Accountant, you'll serve as a key financial partner to multiple project teams, helping ensure accurate project reporting, billing, payroll, and accounting operations.
Core Responsibilities
Manage construction-related Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable activities
Process and reconcile project-related financial transactions
Perform job costing and project accounting functions
Prepare and review journal entries and account reconciliations
Assist with monthly and annual financial close processes
Support internal and external audit activities
Process weekly union and certified payroll for project employees
Track and support progress billings, retention management, and lien releases
Work closely with Project Managers across multiple active projects
Process subcontractor payments through Textura
Generate and analyze financial reports using Excel and ERP systems
Review project contracts and documentation within Procore
Qualifications
Required
3+ years of construction accounting experience
Experience with: Accounts Payable
Accounts Receivable
Job Costing
Progress Billing
Construction Project Accounting
Strong Excel skills including: Pivot Tables
VLOOKUPs
Reporting & Analysis
Experience managing multiple priorities and deadlines
Strong communication and problem-solving abilities
Public works construction experience preferred
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting (Associate's degree considered with relevant experience)
JD Edwards (JDE) experience
Sage, Timberline, or other major ERP systems
Textura experience
Certified Payroll experience
Union Payroll experience
Knowledge of prevailing wage requirements and L&I regulations
Experience working with contractors and subcontractors
Tools & Systems You'll Use
JD Edwards (JDE)
Procore
Textura
Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables & VLOOKUPs)
ReportNow
B2GNow (nice to have)
Why Join?
Work on a major data center construction project
Join a company with 140+ years of proven success
Be part of a growing division focused on large-scale infrastructure and public works projects
Contract-to-hire opportunity with long-term career potential
Free onsite parking
Collaborative and supportive project team environment
Ideal Backgrounds
We would love to speak with candidates coming from:
General Contractors
Public Works Construction Firms
Commercial Construction Companies
Infrastructure and Civil Contractors
Experience with companies such as Graham, Absher, GLY, Mortenson, Bailey Construction, or similar organizations is highly relevant.
Ready to Build Your Next Career Move?
If you're a construction accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced project environment and enjoys supporting large-scale construction operations, we'd love to connect.
Apply today to learn more about this exciting Project Accountant opportunity supporting a landmark data center project in Eastern Oregon.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Umatilla, OR.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $36.00 - $40.00/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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Umatilla,OR.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 9, 2026.
Worksite address
umatilla, OR, 97882, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.