Project Accountant Jobs in Texas

Project Accountant jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, concentrated in construction, energy, infrastructure, and government contracting, with openings from entry-level roles through senior project accounting managers. Houston, Dallas, and Austin drive the bulk of hiring, with large employers like Fluor, Turner Construction, and Zachry Group maintaining consistent project accountant demand tied to their Texas operations. The most sought-after specializations in Texas are job cost accounting, construction contract administration, and cost controls for large-scale capital projects. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles69
Top employerSouthland Industries
Top cityHouston, TX
Cities hiring29
Work type62% On-site
Top industryConstruction

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Accounting & Project Administrator - Multi Family Construction
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Accounting & Project Administrator - Multi Family Construction
T-Rock Construction LLC
Flower Mound, Texas
Business Operations
Product Management
Project Management
$45k - $65k/yr
On-Site
Associate's degree

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Sr. Manager of Project Accounting
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Sr. Manager of Project Accounting
Qcells
Houston, Texas
Accounting
Bookkeeping & AP/AR
Revenue Operations & Enablement
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in finance
1,001-5,000

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Project Accountant
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Project Accountant
RPM xConstruciton LLC
McKinney, Texas
Accounting
Bookkeeping & AP/AR
Bachelor's degree

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Project Accounting Specialist - Utilities
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Project Accounting Specialist - Utilities
LJA
Katy, Texas
Business Operations
Project & Program Management
Project Management
Associate's degree in accounting
1,001-5,000

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Project Accountant
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Project Accountant
Gessner Engineering
Fort Worth, Texas
Accounting
Audit
Bookkeeping & AP/AR
$74k - $95k/yr
Bachelor's degree in finance
51-200

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Project Accountant Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Houston
9 jobs
San Antonio
9 jobs
Dallas
8 jobs
Odessa
4 jobs
Addison
3 jobs
Carrollton
3 jobs
Fort Worth
3 jobs
Katy
2 jobs
Plano
2 jobs

Project Accountant Job Market in Texas

A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Southland Industries3 open roles
LJA2 open roles
Pulice2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Construction & Real Estate
  • Staffing & Recruiting
  • Consulting & Professional Services

What Texas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in project accountant jobs across Texas.

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field required
  • Proficiency in construction or project accounting software such as Sage 300 or Viewpoint
  • Experience tracking job costs, budgets, and project billings through full project lifecycle
  • Familiarity with AIA billing, lien waivers, and subcontract payment processes
  • CPA credential or active progress toward CPA licensure through the Texas State Board
  • Strong Excel skills and experience preparing project financial reports for project managers

Project Accountant Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a project accountant in Texas?

Start with a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, which is the baseline for virtually every project accountant role in Texas. While Texas does not require a state license to work as a project accountant, earning your CPA through the Texas State Board of Public Accountancy gives you a clear competitive edge, particularly with large contractors and energy firms. Most Texas employers want candidates with hands-on job cost or construction accounting exposure before hiring at the project accountant level.

Which companies hire project accountants in Texas?

Employers hiring project accountants in Texas right now include Southland Industries, LJA, and Pulice, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Texas's concentration of large engineering, construction, and energy firms means project accountant openings here tend to be tied to long-term capital projects rather than short-term contracts.

Which Texas cities have the most project accountant jobs?

Houston, San Antonio, and Dallas have the most project accountant openings in Texas. Houston leads because of its density of energy, petrochemical, and heavy construction firms, while Dallas draws demand from large general contractors, real estate developers, and corporate headquarters, and Austin's sustained construction and infrastructure growth has steadily expanded its share of project accounting roles.

Are there remote project accountant jobs in Texas?

Yes, but they're less common than in purely desk-based accounting roles because project accountants often need to coordinate directly with project managers and site teams. About 38% of project accountant openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, which reflects the role's mixed on-site and administrative nature. The portions of the job most likely to be done remotely are financial reporting, billing reconciliation, and budget tracking rather than field-facing coordination work.

How can I get hired as a project accountant in Texas with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is landing an accounts payable, accounts receivable, or junior cost accountant role at a Texas construction or engineering firm and moving into project accounting from there. Large Texas contractors like Fluor, Zachry Group, and Hensel Phelps hire accounting assistants and cost control associates at the entry level and promote internally. Pursuing the CPA track through the Texas State Board of Public Accountancy while working in an adjacent role makes your profile significantly stronger when a project accountant opening comes up.

Where can I find and apply to project accountant jobs in Texas?

You can find and apply to project accountant jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across construction, energy, infrastructure, and other industries. Find the roles that fit your experience and apply directly to the ones that match.

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