What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Accountant position at Pepper Pike Capital Partners?
About the Role:
The Construction Project Accountant plays a crucial role in ensuring the financial health and integrity of construction projects at Pepper Pike Capital Partners. This position is responsible for managing the full accounts payable and accounts receivable cycle, focusing on accurate and timely invoice processing, vendor management, draw submissions and maintaining precise financial records. Ultimately, the Construction Project Accountant will contribute to the overall success of the organization by maintaining accurate records which is essential for managing cash flow and ensuring compliance with accounting standards.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, preferred but not required or related AP or AR job experience – 2 years .
- Proficiency in Foundation Software preferred by not required.
- Experience with cost reporting and project cost accounting in the construction industry.
- Experience with Microsoft Excel
- Experience with G702/703 pay applications
- Strong proficiency in managing construction documentation, including Lien Waivers, Notices of Commencement, and Notices of Furnishing.
Preferred Skills:
- Meticulous attention to detail.
- Accurately input large volumes of financial data and avoid errors.
- Problem solving skills to resolve issues with urgency.
- Strong Organizational skills to help maintain accurate records.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
- Ability to work independently and adapt to changing circumstances.
- Effective communication skills
- Integrity and adherence to ethical standards when handling sensitive financial information.
Responsibilities:
- Manage invoicing email inbox, verifying invoices, match invoices to purchase orders, & processing invoices in the accounting system.
- Immediately address any discrepancies found during the verification process.
- Assist in month end close.
- Maintain vendor relationships and reconciling vendor statements to the account payable ledger.
- Processing of employee expense reports.
- Maintains subcontractor and vendor W-9 and insurance paperwork.
- Create and maintain ownership of trackers in Smartsheet to track things like rented equipment locations, contractor insurance, submission deadlines.
- Review and process subcontractor pay applications, ensuring all compliance documents—such as lien waivers, insurance certificates, and certified payroll—are in place before releasing funds.
- Prepare monthly progress billings using AIA G702/G703 or owner‑specific formats, ensuring accuracy in percent‑complete calculations.
Salary : $50,000 - $60,000