Vaco

Job Title: Program Accountant

Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Program Accountant to join our finance team and support the financial success of multiple high-impact construction projects. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting professional with extensive experience in job costing, revenue recognition, and financial management within the construction industry.

Position Summary

The Program Accountant will play a key role in maintaining financial integrity across a portfolio of construction projects working directly with the Controller. You will manage project accounting operations in a hybrid manufacturing and construction environment, ensuring compliance with industry standards and providing critical financial insights that guide business decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead financial reporting and analysis for multiple construction programs
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, tax regulations, and internal accounting policies
• Manage job costing and project budgets, including progress billing and cost allocation
• Partner with project managers to track job costs, forecast project outcomes, and assess revenue recognition using percentage-of-completion methods
• Review and oversee contracts, change orders, and subcontractor agreements
• Support annual audit processes and tax preparation
• Provide strategic financial insights to senior leadership
• Monitor cash flow across projects and work with the finance team to optimize working capital

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (Master’s or CPA preferred)
• Construction or cost accounting experience preferred
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent attention to detail, analytical mindset, and strategic problem-solving skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities
• Experience managing audits and coordinating with external auditors

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan.