Asst Mgr - Project Accounting

Job Description At DPR, roles and responsibilities are more than describing a job title—they are a commitment to building great things together. The job description(s) below defines core responsibilities and the scope of the role and is a starting point. Every employee is expected to lead from where they are, take ownership of outcomes, and always act in the best interest of the team, customer, project and organization. As a purpose-driven organization on a journey to be most admired, we rely on trust, shared leadership, open communication, disciplined action and a deep respect for the individual to drive exceptional performance. Success is not just about what we build, but who we build and how we build it: with integrity, enjoyment, uniqueness and an ever-forward mindset. Job Summary: Manages project accounting activities within a business unit while supporting the execution of day-to-day project accounting responsibilities. Ensures accurate accounting, timely financial reporting, and adherence to organizational policies across assigned projects. Supports project financial health by monitoring budgets, costs, and billings and providing financial information to project teams. Guides project accounting practices within the business unit while maintaining direct involvement in project-level financial management. Drives process improvement initiatives and supports the implementation of changes to enhance consistency and efficiency in project accounting practices. Contributes to consistent financial processes and informed decision-making through accurate analysis and collaboration with project stakeholders. Key Responsibilities: Manages and coordinates project accounting activities within the business unit while maintaining responsibility for project-level accounting tasks and leading, managing, and developing project accounting individuals with guidance to support performance and development. Processes and reviews project-related owner invoices, project costs, and owner and trade payments to ensure timely and accurate financial transactions. Reviews project financial records, including budgets, costs, commitments, and billings, to maintain financial accuracy and alignment with approved project budgets. Prepares and reviews project financial reports, forecasts, and variance analysis to support project teams and business unit leadership. Collaborates with project managers and cross-functional teams to resolve accounting issues and maintain accurate project financial information. Ensures compliance with internal accounting policies, financial controls, and applicable accounting standards across project financial activities. Supports the development and coordination of project accounting individuals within the business unit while providing guidance on project accounting processes and practices. Education Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience preferred. Work Experience: 5–7 years of experience in project accounting, financial management, or a related field preferred. 1–2 years of experience coordinating work or leading project accounting activities preferred. Certifications and Licenses: Certified Construction Industry Financial Professionals (CCIFP) certification preferred. Anticipated starting pay range: $115,000.00- $167,000.00 Nothing is more important than your health and wellness. DPR offers a variety of medical, dental, vision and wellness benefits to keep you healthy. Read more about eligibility and available benefits programs for skilled craft and labor or experienced professionals and recent graduates . DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world. Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore unique paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together—by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek. Explore our open opportunities at .