Associate Project Accountant - Temp to Perm
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Associate Project Accountant - Temp to Perm
Location
Eagle Mountain, UT
Experience
Entry
Posted
Jul 10, 2026
Apply by
August 9, 2026
Applicants
0
Early applicantEasy applyTemporaryWork from Office
Job Description
Accounting, Division/Branch
Eagle Mountain, UT
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ID:
5344
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Temp-To-Hire
Position Summary
The Associate Project Accountant is assigned to a smaller construction project(s) and partners with the Project Management team to assure timely and accurate accounting and risk management throughout the project life cycle.
Position Details
Ensure accurate reporting of financial information and timely invoicing pertaining to a particular project. Maintains project-related ledger accounts.
Disseminates month-end project reports to management and relevant business lines.
Maintain list of month-end deadlines and ensure that profit and cash flow forecasts are prepared on time and accurately.
Reviews project forecasts on a regular basis and ensure any outstanding matters are dealt with on a timely basis.
Maintains project register. Prepares month-end posting/ allocations and accruals. Controls the accounts payable and receivable tasks for the project.
Identifies and assists with the resolution of basic project-related accounting issues.
Ensures policies and procedures for project accounting are adhered to.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Finance preferred
1-3 years’ of project accounting experience preferred
Basic accounting knowledge
Good organization skills with high level of attention to detail
Good written and verbal communication skills
Good customer service skills
Good analytical skills
Ability to prioritize and multi-task
Able to analyze and resolve basic issues
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion
Computer proficiency and technical aptitude with intermediate level ability to utilize MS Word, Excel, Power Point, etc. required
Benefits
As a 100% employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family:
401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting
Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee)
Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability
Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance
Disability income protection insurance
Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)
Paid parental leave
Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
Training/professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses
Wellness benefits
About Southland Industries
As one of the nation’s largest MEP companies, Southland Industries is built on the foundation of great people. Since 1949, we have put our people first, enabling growth, professional achievement, and innovation. If you want to join a fast-paced environment where you’re engaged, challenged, and valued, apply now to join our dynamic team.
To learn more about careers at Southland, explore our career opportunities, follow us on social media, and check out our website.
Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
Contingent Employment: All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks. Roles that include driving as an essential job duty will be required to have a successful Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR). We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time.
External Agency Announcement: Its Southland Industries' policy not to accept candidate submissions from recruiting agencies without an active and authorized work order. Candidate ownership can only be established after a bona fide work order is issued by a member of the Southland Industries Talent Acquisition team and the candidate is appropriately submitted through our Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure accurate reporting of financial information and timely invoicing for assigned projects.
- Maintain project-related ledger accounts and project registers.
- Disseminate month-end project reports to management and relevant business lines.
- Prepare profit and cash flow forecasts on time and accurately.
- Review project forecasts and address outstanding matters timely.
- Prepare month-end postings, allocations, and accruals.
- Control accounts payable and receivable tasks for the project.
- Identify and assist with the resolution of basic project-related accounting issues.
- Ensure adherence to project accounting policies and procedures.
Skills Required
MS WordMS ExcelMS PowerPointProject AccountingFinancial ReportingInvoicingAccounts PayableAccounts ReceivableForecastingOrganizationAttention to detailWritten communicationVerbal communicationCustomer serviceAnalytical skillsPrioritizationMulti-taskingConfidentialityDiscretion
Benefits
- 401(k) plan with 50% company match
- Immediate 100% vesting
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Annual bonus program
- Term life, AD&D, and voluntary life insurance
- Disability income protection insurance
- Pre-tax flexible spending plans
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
- Training and professional development opportunities
- Company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses
- Wellness benefits
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