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Job Summary:

The primary function of the Job Cost Accountant is to oversee the Job Cost accounting function from the beginning to project completion. The incumbent is responsible for initial capitalization and coordinating the cost certification process with outside audit firms. The incumbent is also expected to have excellent attendance and communication skills, possess the ability to build lasting business relationships, and exhibit professionalism.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Must be able to meet strict deadlines established by department and management agreements
• Know and understand the differences and application of assets, liabilities, income and expense
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts
• Monitor cash accounts daily for deficiencies
• Complete journal entries for all applications
• Process and pay property tax, insurance and audit fee invoices
• Balance mortgage coupons to the general ledger and the mortgage company- process for payment
• Open and close Bank accounts
• Set up and monitor recurring entries
• Monitor utility and contract expenses
• Calculate management fees
• Import budgets and include accounting information
• Complete bank reconciliations
• Complete analysis of escrow accounts-self funding or from mortgage company
• Move funds between accounts as needed or warranted
• Make deposits using varying systems to include scanning
• Attend meetings as directed and other assignments as needed to meet the needs of the department and business

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs):

• Ability to read and understand loan/bond documents and partnership agreements
• Familiar with monthly construction draw process, AIA preparation, and construction change orders
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles
• Effective organizational and time management skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively and productively with other employees
• Dependable, punctual, and reliable
• Proficient in advanced Excel and Word

Education and Experience:

• BS Degree in Accounting
• 5 years job cost accounting experience and/or
• Sage (Timberline) software experience required

Physical Demands:

• Must be able work with a computer for a minimum of 7 hours daily
• Must be able to read printed materials and computer screen
• Must be able to effectively and professionally communicate in e-mail, by phone, or in person during the course of the workday
• Ability to perform data entry, keyboarding, and mouse functions to complete job duties timely and efficiently
• Ability to use phone systems and office machines