Project Accountant

The Project Accountant will be responsible for performing basic to intermediate level accounting duties of assigned project(s), including transactional accounting and complex invoicing, as well as analyzing financial information and preparing financial reports to support the operations team of the assigned project(s). 

Responsibilities

Role Responsibilities - Prepares, examines, and analyzes project cost accounting records and reports.

·        Performs any necessary cost transfers to accurately record job cost activity.

·        Assists project team with interpreting financial key performance indicators.

·        Prepares owner billing in compliance with the terms and conditions of the owner contract, on a monthly, interim or milestone basis.

·        Compiles all required back-up documentation for owner billings.

·        Oversees the processing of trade partner pay applications timely and provides initial review for mechanical accuracy of the billings.

·        Monitors status of owner payment for compliance with contract terms and follow up as needed.

·        Assists with month-end reconciliation, including unbilled reports.

·        Provides additional analytical support regarding project status and performance as needed.

·        Assists in preparation of project-specific audits by providing documentation and backup required by external auditors.

·        Assists Project Manager in closing projects and contracts once project is complete and all costs are billed and collected.

·        Conducts final review of all project financials to ensure billings and cost budgets are complete and ready to close.

·        Identifies opportunities for process improvements and establishes appropriate documentation.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

·        Ability to perform work accurately and completely, and in a timely manner

·        Basic understanding of construction contracts

·        Communication skills, verbal and written

·        Proficiency in MS Office with emphasis on strong Excel skills

·        Proficiency with ERP and payment workflow systems

·        Proficiency with Bluebeam Revue

·        Ability to follow up on inquiries in a timely manner

·        Ability to understand and implement best practice standards

·        Ability to solve complex problems quickly and effectively

·        Ability to articulate issues in the ERP system to the IT team

·        Ability to deliver quality through attention to detail

·        Organizational skills

·        Listening skills

·        Ability to respond quickly and efficiently, within 24 hours

·        Ability to build relationships with team members that transcend a project

·        Ability to build relationships and collaborate within a team, internally and externally

Education

·        Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting (Required)

·        In lieu of the above requirements, equivalent relevant experience will be considered

Experience

·        2 years accounting experience in construction or related industry with project cost accounting (Preferred)

Working Environment

·        Must be able to lift to 10 pounds

·        Typically travel is not required

·        Normal office environment or jobsite office

·        Frequent activity: Sitting, Viewing Computer Screen

·        Occasional activity: Standing, Walking, Bending, Reaching above Shoulder