Assistant Project Accountant (BOND Civil & Utility)

ABOUT BOND

At BOND, the work we do matters, but how we do it matters more. We invest in our people, stand behind our values, and approach every challenge with care, curiosity, and a responsibility to one another and the communities we serve.

WHY YOU'LL LOVE WORKING HERE

At BOND, people aren't a talking point. They are the reason we succeed. Our culture is built on long-term relationships, shared accountability, and a belief that great work comes from teams who trust and support one another.

• You'll grow with intention. We invest in people for the long term, providing mentorship, development, and clear opportunities to build meaningful careers, not just fill roles.

• You'll work with integrity. Accountability, transparency, and trust guide how we operate. We own our work, support one another through challenges, and hold ourselves to a higher standard every day.

• You'll be supported as a whole person. We go beyond check-the-box safety and benefits. BOND prioritizes health, well-being, and a culture where people look out for one another, on the job and beyond.

• You'll succeed together. Collaboration is how we work and grow. We rely on each other's strengths, respect different perspectives, and celebrate progress as a team.

BUILD YOUR FUTURE AT BOND

At BOND, you're not just taking a job. You're choosing to be part of a team where values guide our work, people come first, and relationships are built to last.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

The Assistant Project Accountant supports the financial administration of construction projects and works closely with Project Accountants, project teams, and Finance. This role is responsible for accurate and timely transaction processing, document and contract compliance, billing support, reconciliations, and maintenance of project financial records. The position is designed to build a strong foundation in construction accounting while developing the analytical, communication, and project-finance skills needed for advancement into a Project Accountant role.

Responsibilities:

• Support the Project Accountant and project team with accurate, timely, and responsive financial administration for assigned projects.
• Assist with setting up new projects in accounting and project-management systems, including budgets, contract values, cost structures, billing requirements, and required project documentation.
• Assist with maintaining project budgets, commitments, approved change orders, and other financial information in the accounting system.
• Assist with preparation of monthly owner billing packages and supporting documentation in accordance with contract requirements and established deadlines.
• Process vendor invoices and subcontractor requisitions accurately and timely, verifying coding, documentation, approvals, contract terms, lien waivers, and other payment requirements.
• Research and resolve discrepancies involving project costs, invoices, subcontractor requisitions, owner billings, and accounting records; escalate unresolved or higher-risk matters appropriately.
• Maintain organized and complete project contract files and track executed documents, insurance, bonding, lien waivers, certified payroll, CCIP reporting, sales and use tax requirements, and other compliance items.
• Communicate with project teams, vendors, and subcontractors to obtain missing information and resolve routine accounting or compliance issues.
• Assist with monthly project cost reports, reconciliations, billing analysis, cash-flow support, financial close activities, and ad hoc reporting.
• Follow established project-accounting controls and procedures and promptly identify documentation, approval, coding, or compliance exceptions.
• Assist with project closeout activities, including reconciliation of costs, commitments, billings, and outstanding compliance documentation.
• Prepare spreadsheets and reports and maintain accurate project financial records in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Provide in-person support at satellite offices or jobsites as business needs require.
• Provide backup support to Project Accounting and other Finance functions and participate in cross-training, process-improvement initiatives, and special projects as assigned by the Senior Project Accountant.

WHAT YOU BRING:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred; an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience will be considered.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles; prior construction, project-accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, or internship experience is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and commitment to accurate and timely work.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel; ability to learn PivotTables, lookup functions, reconciliations, and data analysis techniques.
• Experience with COINS, HCSS HeavyJob, or similar accounting or project-management software is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to research discrepancies and follow issues through resolution.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to develop positive working relationships with project teams, vendors, subcontractors, and Finance colleagues.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and recurring deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated initiative, accountability, flexibility, and willingness to learn increasingly complex project-accounting responsibilities.

BENEFITS:

• BOND offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution, paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and holidays, employer-paid life and disability insurance, and access to additional voluntary benefits.
• Actual compensation may vary based on experience, skills, and qualifications.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand and walk. The employee must regularly lift or move objects up to 10 pounds and may lift or move objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY:

BOND has a culture of and is committed to treating its employees with dignity and respect and maintaining a work environment that lives by its core values: Integrity, Commitment, Teamwork, Innovation, and Excellence.

BOND is an equal opportunity employer and abides by the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and we are committed to accommodating those with disabilities. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, national origin, age, disability, ancestry, veteran status or military obligations, sexual orientation, reproductive health decision making, genetic information, protective hairstyles, domestic violence experience or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at humanresources@bondbrothers.com or at 617-384-6400.