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Construction Project Accountant

Superior

Detroit, MI • $60,000 to $70,000 / yr • 10/13/2026

Job Description

Job Description
Description
Position: Project Accountant
Reports to: Project Executive
Location: Detroit, Michigan
Pay Range: $60,000 - $70,000

We consider several factors when preparing a compensation package for successful candidates.

Superior is looking for a Project Accountant to manage and support the financial and billing functions for our active construction projects. The Project Accountant will partner closely with our Project Operations and Finance teams, maintain timely and accurate billing processes, and ensure project finances are tracked and reported with discipline. The Project Accountant will provide on-site support at our jobsite(s) and help drive accuracy and consistency across our project cost controls. This role is based on a jobsite in Detroit, Michigan.

Key Responsibilities
  • Perform billing functions for construction project(s)
  • Maintain a timely and organized invoicing process and supporting documentation
  • Collaborate and communicate with Project Operations and external stakeholders to keep the monthly billing on time and accurate
  • Work with the Project Operations and the Accounting/Finance teams to resolve discrepancies/questions
  • Continuously analyze project costs to ensure effectiveness and accuracy
  • Deliver a high level of customer service to cross functional partners
  • Support customer audits

Your Expertise
  • Required: You have at least 1 year of experience in billing, and/or project accounting or finance
  • Required: You are familiar with accounting software and spreadsheets
  • Bonus Points: You are familiar with accounting/finance in the construction industry
  • Bonus Points: You have earned your bachelor's degree in Accounting, Construction Systems Management, Finance, cost management, or a related field

Our Benefits
We offer a range of professional and personal perks that you can enjoy as a member of Superior. Here are just a few examples of the benefits you can expect:
  • Health Insurance: We pay 100% of the insurance premium to cover you, your spouse, and eligible children
  • Dental Plan: We pay 100% of the insurance premium to cover you, your spouse, and eligible children
  • Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, and Life Insurance: We pay 100% of the insurance premium to cover you
  • Vacation/PTO: You receive a minimum of three weeks of PTO per year
  • 401K Plan: We match a portion of your 401K contributions
  • Health Savings Account: We contribute at least $750 to your HSA each year
  • Maternity and Parental Leave: New parents receive paid time off