Project Accountant

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Nicholson Corporation, a diversified and growing Commercial Contractor, seeks an experienced Project Accountant for immediate full-time hire, reporting in-person to our Whitehouse Station, NJ office. This position is responsible for the oversight and day-to-day accounting of new and existing commercial construction contracts from job set-up through close out.

The ideal candidate has 5 years’ experience working as an Accountant for a union-based commercial contractor and a proven record of success managing multiple priorities in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities include:

• Set up new jobs including intake of new job information, systems entries, and circulation of GC contracts for review, approval, and execution
• Request and submit COIs and manage OCIP/CCIP enrollments and audits per contract requirements
• Maintain job files and update Work on Hand
• Work with Estimating and Project Management teams to request Budgets and SOVs and enter in system
• Track, review, and process GC Change Orders
• Prepare monthly AIA invoices, lien waivers, and related compliance documents in various formats for submission to GCs on numerous projects
• Coordinate revisions to monthly billings with Project Management team through GC acceptance
• Monitor gross profit and underbillings on monthly and job-to-date basis
• Record and post company cash receipts to corporate operating account
• Collect monthly subcontractor payment applications, review for accuracy, and prepare for review by Project Manager and processing by AP team
• Liaise with Purchasing team on issuance and tracking of trade subcontracts
• Communicate consistently and effectively with GCs and subcontractors to reconcile pay applications to original contracts, change orders, and pending change orders
• Work with Project Management team on job close-outs, including reconciliation of committed costs and submission of final paperwork as required by contract

Required Qualifications:

• 5 years’ relevant experience in construction accounting
• High proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook), Adobe, and internet-based applications
• Detail-oriented, organized, and dependable professional with strong work ethic
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting is preferred
• Foundation or SAGE experience a plus, as is familiarity with Textura or Procore

In compliance with federal law and E-Verify requirements, all hires must verify identity and eligibility to work in the U.S. and complete the required employment eligibility verification form.

About Us:
Nicholson Corporation is a family-owned construction company based in Whitehouse Station, New Jersey. Founded in 1997, Nicholson offers a single-source solution for multiple construction disciplines within the commercial and industrial sectors.

As a union subcontractor, we are signatory with over thirty locals and self-perform a multitude of trades. Our work method, productivity, flexibility, and respect for our clients, combined with our commitment to safety and customer service, are our trademarks. Nicholson has been a 100% WBE & MBE certified company for more than 15 years. We take great pride in this distinction and our entire team’s commitment to our core values.

We are dedicated and passionate about professional development at Nicholson. Our team demonstrates and fosters leadership, professionalism, and expertise on a daily basis. Our projects are supported by our team of over 400 skilled union tradesmen across our field operations. As a proactive company, we continuously embrace technology and implement Lean Construction principles wherever possible in both the field and office.

Nicholson Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on any protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law.

For further details about Nicholson Corporation, visit www.nicholsoncorp.com and www.linkedin.com/company/nicholsoncorp.

Notice to Third Party Agencies:

Nicholson Corporation does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or staffing firms. Any unsolicited submissions become the property of Nicholson, and we reserve the right to hire those candidates without liability unless there is a written, specifically approved engagement request for this role with our HR Department.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $85,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• SAGE: 2 years (Preferred)
• AIA: 5 years (Preferred)
• Textura or Procore: 2 years (Preferred)
• Construction accounting: 5 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Whitehouse Station, NJ 08889 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $85,000 - $105,000