Project Accountant

Job Posting: Project Accountant

Salary Range: $75,000 - $90,000

Reports to: Corporate Controller

Location: Schererville, IN

AMS Industries, Inc. is a leading mechanical contracting firm serving the commercial, industrial, refrigeration, and nuclear industries (PMT). With over 60 years of experience, AMS has grown from a small refrigeration contractor into a multi-discipline, multi-market MEP contractor with more than 1,000 employees. We are committed to delivering exceptional service to our clients, investing in the development of our people, and strengthening the communities we serve.

Located in our Schererville, IN facility and reporting to the Corporate Controller, the Project Accountant will work closely with team members throughout the organization to effectively support the accounting function and financial reporting process.

Responsibilities:

• Generation of customer invoices, lien wavers, and other related billing paperwork as requested by project managers and client service representatives.
• Issue Certificates of Insurance as requested.
• Open new jobs in accounting system and provide financial assistance until the completion of the project.
• Attend Project Manager meetings and assist with financial reporting.
• Coding and data entry of subcontract invoices.
• Function as a liaison between accounting personnel and others within the organization.
• Other duties and responsibilities reasonable and consistent with the position as may be assigned to you.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma, GED, Associates degree or equivalent experience.
• A positive disposition with an ability to work in teams.
• An eagerness to learn and grow in the position.
• Self-motivation with a desire to assume more responsibility.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products with emphasis on Excel and Word.
• Entry level accounting/bookkeeping experience preferred.
• Construction industry experience.
• Experience with Spectrum or proprietary financial software is a plus.

What we offer:

• At no cost to the employee

-ESOP (Employee owned) package

-$30K Employer Paid Life insurance

-Short term disability

-Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

-Paid Maternity & Paternity Leave

-Generous PTO roll-over policy

-Social events and outings throughout the year

• Additional Benefits

-Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

-Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) with Medical PPO

-FSA and Dependent Care

-Additional Voluntary Life Insurance for self, spouse and dependents

-401K Matching