Overview

POSITION SUMMARY:

The position reports directly to and works closely with the Financial Analyst to manage, coordinate, and execute various accounting activities and staff. The position will be involved with monthly financial reporting, project cost reporting, contract administration, billing management, accounts receivable, and payroll.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Establish and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders including working directly with the Controller, CFO, VPs, Project Management group, and area managers (who manage regional construction districts).
• Participate in the preparation of monthly and quarterly financial statements, ensuring the accuracy and completeness of financial data.
• Respond to requests from various levels of management for information, financial analysis, and/or reports.
• Work with the Billing Manager to supervise billing This includes invoice creation using our internal accounting system, Excel templates, AIA formats, and/or online customer portals. Billing frequency may be weekly, monthly, or upon completion of depending on customers individual requirements and project type (hourly, unit, lump sum).
• Work with the Cost Accounting Manager to supervise cost accounting This includes equipment tracking and reporting, management of corporate purchasing and fleet cards, accounts payable, and centralized hotel booking.
• Develop, document, and implement policies and procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements as well as best practices.
• Coordinate with external stakeholders including related parties, regulatory agencies, and
• Experience in the construction industry is not required but may be
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and regulatory
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and provide insights to senior management.
• Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a team of
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Competency Statement(s)

• Financial Aptitude – Ability to understand and explain economic and accounting information, prepare and manage billing.
• Decision Making – Ability to make critical decisions while following company procedures.
• Working Under Pressure – Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations.
• Analytical Skills – Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem.
• Management Skills – Ability to organize and direct oneself and effectively supervise others.
• Coaching and Development – Ability to provide guidance and feedback to help others strengthen specific knowledge/skill areas.
• Self-Confident – The trait of being comfortable in making decisions for oneself.
• Strategic Planning – Ability to develop a vision for the future and create a culture in which the long-range goals can be achieved.
• Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
• Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
• Ethical - Ability to demonstrate conduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards.
• Reliability - The trait of being dependable and trustworthy.
• Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
• Communication, Written - Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely.
• Adaptability - Ability to adapt to change in the workplace.
• Customer Oriented - Ability to take care of the customers’ needs while following company procedures.
• Honesty/Integrity – Ability to be truthful and seen as credible in the workplace.
• Relationship Building – Ability to effectively build relationships with customers and co-workers.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field is required.

Experience:  5 years’ of work experience in business or public accounting, preferably in the construction industry.

Computer Skills: Advanced proficiency in Excel will be necessary with an aptitude toward other systems and tools including ERP systems, data collection tools, and Microsoft 365 applications.

Certificates & Licenses: CPA license a plus, but not required.

Other Requirements: Thorough knowledge of general accounting, excellent verbal and written communication skills required.

Chain Electric Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age (40 and above), religion, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status where otherwise qualified.