Our client, located in the Melbourne area, is seeking a Construction Accountant Administrator to joint their team

The construction accounting administrator supports the project accounting teams and coordinates with operations, finance, and legal on all aspects of a development project. This role also ensures that all team members and vendors are following company policies and procedures, meeting deadlines and communicating with management.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to the COO, CFO and project accounting teams
• Prepare and review AIA contracts
• Monitor and report on cash positions
• Point of contact for vendor inquiries
• Review and verify contractor insurance requirements and certificates
• Responsible for the project accounting team and tax professionals’ deadlines
• Accountable to the chief officers to provide project summary updates to include CIP, percentage of completion, budget analysis, etc each month
• Track and verify vendor compliance to contracts, change orders, insurance, SOV, NTO, lien releases, files, etc.
• Work with project team to mitigate financial risk and assist in the accurate completion of project predevelopment, development, and stabilization budgets
• Ensure timely management of draw reports, financial reports, tax returns, OA compliance and other deadlines
• Develop and maintain positive professional relationships both internally & externally
• Assist in the financial closing process
• Provide suggestions for improving efficiencies of work activities to boost productivity and accuracy of deliverables

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION

• BA/BS degree in accounting or related field
• 5 years accounting experience required
• Construction project management experience required

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work with all personality types
• Tax experience plus
• Opportunity zone experience preferred
• Ability to handle many tasks and projects concurrently

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $33,000.00 - $53,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan