What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Accountant position at Staffmark Group?
Now hiring Project Accountant
Location: Lafayette, LA
Salary: $60,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Schedule:First Shift
You Know Accounting. Let's Put It to Work.
Staffmark is hiring a Project Accountant in Lafayette for someone who knows the numbers, keeps the books tight, and gets it done. Accurately.
"This company rocks! The whole management staff is wonderful and friendly. Everything is great: benefits, training, Advancement opportunities, understanding, and supportive in all areas." - Staffmark Accounting Clerk
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Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field preferred
- At least 3 years of accounting experience
- Construction or engineering accounting experience preferred
- Strong knowledge of job-cost accounting
- Experience preparing and reviewing work-in-progress schedules
- Knowledge of AIA billing processes
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel
- Experience with Sage, Procore, Foundations, Viewpoint, or similar construction software is a plus
- Understanding of GAAP and internal accounting controls
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent attention to detail and financial accuracy
- Effective communication and collaboration skills
- Ability to take initiative and manage multiple priorities
Job Duties
- Monitor and manage project budgets, forecasts, and cost reports
- Track project expenses and prepare monthly job-cost reports
- Process subcontractor invoices
- Review and process change orders and progress billings
- Collaborate with project managers on budget revisions
- Prepare and update cost-to-complete estimates
- Set up new projects in the accounting system
- Enter project billing terms, cost codes, and related information
- Manage project accounts receivable
- Follow up on outstanding customer payments
- Prepare and analyze project-specific financial statements
- Support the monthly close process
- Perform budget-to-actual and other variance analyses
- Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and industry regulations
- Maintain accurate documentation for audits and contractual requirements
Benefits:
- Pay That Matches the Skill. Competitive compensation based on experience
- Benefits That Matter. Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) Option. Available when you're ready
- Work That's Respected. Accuracy is expected. And noticed.
At Staffmark, we connect hardworking people with great companies, creating opportunities that make a lasting impact.
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Salary : $60,000 - $75,000