What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Accountant position at Sellen Construction?
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The Project Accountant performs general accounting tasks in support of a project team. This includes data entry, analysis, billing, reporting, and the performance of payroll and job cost processes specific to one or more projects and construction job sites. They will also be responsible for vendor communication, correspondence, and resolution of any vendor issues.
Be part of a team where your unique perspective, experience, and ideas are celebrated as you work to find solutions to complex construction challenges. Please submit your application to learn more.
- A background in construction is preferred.
- Full-time onsite required from 7am-4 pm (Work locations vary: construction project sites in the greater Seattle area, typically for several months at a time during the construction work).
- Coordination of accounting-related documentation for the construction project team.
- Data entry of accounting-related project information, project reporting, and analysis for the jobsite and project team:
- Payroll data entry for the jobsite team members.
- Enter and code various job cost information.
- Reconcile monthly client billings and generate periodic project cost reports.
- Track, process, and report various project job cost processes by producing and maintaining Excel spreadsheets.
- Manage and organize contracts, subcontracts, and other project-related documents.
Your Qualifications
- 4 years of direct applicable college education and/or work experience in a construction accounting office, OR a comparable combination of education and experience.
KNOWLEDGE
- Proficiency with Microsoft Windows and the full suite of applications in Microsoft Office.
- Extensive proficiency with the use of Excel.
- Experience with an integrated standard business accounting program.
- General understanding of the construction industry, with specific emphasis on the application of sales and use tax.
- Familiarity with a general ledger and job costing codes.
- Experience with credit card platforms.
SKILLS
- Detail-oriented.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Superb analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Effectively communicates with new and diverse groups of people.
- Great listening skills.
ABILITIES
- Provide excellent customer service.
- Superb analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Manage multiple tasks and responsibilities effectively and efficiently.
- Demonstrated ability to respond constructively to feedback, coaching and change.
The full salary range for this position is $36/hr to $48/hr. New hires typically start between $36/hr to $42/hr, depending on direct professional experience and qualifications. The bonus target for this role is 5% of annual base earnings. Learn more about Sellen's Fair Pay Workplace certification, our bonus plan, and other rewards and benefit programs here.
About Sellen
Sellen's purpose is to improve the lives of those around us - as builders, partners and neighbors. Our goal is to hire the best talent and develop the strongest project teams in the industry. If you bring strong skills, thrive in a project environment, and enjoy team spirit and collaboration, please introduce yourself.
Our Benefits
At Sellen, we provide our team members with an environment that promises safety, stability, and values mental health. Competitive benefits including 401(k) with up to 9.5% employer contribution, health insurance, health savings contributions, tuition benefits, and more. Sellen is the first general contractor in the country to receive the Fair Pay Workplace Certification, which ensures we are paying our people equitable across gender and race.
Our Culture & Reputation
Doing things the "Sellen Way" means being good at our craft, doing what's right, and caring for one another. As a local, employee-owned company, based in the Pacific Northwest for 80 years, we live, work and raise our families here, and Sellen is committed to actively supporting our community and our people.
Our DEI Commitment
We recognize the impact Sellen can make in creating a more diverse A/E/C industry. We envision a diverse workforce where people of color, women, LGBTQIA , and other underrepresented and historically underestimated populations are reflected at all levels.
Sellen is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment, including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
Salary : $36 - $48