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Senior Project Accountant in Galveston, Texas at Slsco Ltd

Salary: $95000 - $125000Job Function: Accounting/FinanceEmployment Type: Full-Time
Slsco Ltd
Galveston, Texas, 77554, United States
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Job Description

Slsco Ltd

We are seeking a Senior Project Accountant to support construction projects, including federal contracts governed by FAR/DCMA. This is a hands-on role responsible for job costing, billing, forecasting, indirect allocations, and audit support. The position reports directly to the Vice President of Accounting and plays a key role in strengthening project accounting processes and controls. This role offers a clear path to Divisional Controller as you grow into broader leadership responsibilities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Maintain project financials for federal contracts governed by FAR/DCMA: cost tracking, indirects, labor distributions, and contract compliance.
  • Prepare and review cost estimates, project cost forecasts, monthly project reports, and variance analyses.
  • Manage billing and revenue recognition for contract deliverables; prepare invoices and support audit requests.
  • Implement and document accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls for project accounting.
  • Support audits and DCMA inquiries; prepare schedules and provide required backup.
  • Build and improve templates, reports, and processes to scale divisional accounting operations.
  • Collaborate closely with project managers, contracts, operations and payroll teams

    • Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent).
  • Minimum 5 years of related accounting experience supporting project-based or government contracts.
  • Demonstrated experience with FAR/DCMA accounting requirements.
  • Strong cost accounting experience, including indirect allocations and job-costing.
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, complex formulas, data analysis).
  • Preferred to be on-site daily in Galveston, TX.

    • Preferred

  • Experience with CMiC or similar ERP/accounting systems.
  • Experience preparing audit schedules and supporting government audits.
  • Proven ability to create and document accounting processes and controls.

    • Physical Demands:

  • Use of manual dexterity, tactile, visual, and audio acuity.
  • Use of repetitive motion, prolonged periods of sitting and standing, and sustained visual and mental applications and demands.
  • Occasional lifting (up to 15 pounds), bending, pulling, and carrying.

    • Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

    What we offer:

  • Salary range: $95,000–$125,000.
  • Opportunity to shape and implement accounting processes and controls.
  • Collaborative local team and strong mentorship.
  • Comprehensive benefits package:
      • Safe Harbor 401(k) Plan
      • Health insurance
      • Dental insurance
      • Vision insurance
      • Company-paid disability and life insurance
      • Voluntary life insurance
      • Paid sick time
      • Paid time off
      • Fitness Reimbursement
      • Employee Assistance Program

    Affirmative Action/EEO Statement

    SLSCO LTD is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

    Job Location

    Galveston, Texas, 77554, United States

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