Project Accountant

Senior Staff Accountant training for Project Accountant!

If you have ever looked a construction site and wondered about becoming a Project Manager, this is an awesome opportunity for you!  This $40M company with corporate offices near Truist Park is growing and needs another PM.  Learn the ins and outs of project management by visiting your construction sites, getting to know the GMs, and keeping an eye on the project budgets.  The ideal candidate has a solid accounting background (public audit is preferred) with an understanding of financial reporting and a mindset of cost management.  No previous construction accounting experience is required, just 2 years of accounting experience and an undergraduate degree.

Responsibilities:

• Managing projects as if they were a standalone business (multiple GLs) – approving vendor invoices and timecards, monitoring labor, equipment and materials costs, and reporting project financial status against budgets.
• Managing relationships with customers, owners, vendors and project field team (very important).
• Managing project schedules with site superintendent and communication with customers.
• Negotiation, preparation and issuance of subcontract agreements, purchase orders and change orders.
• Compile, submit and manage submittals.
• Preparation of monthly project billings and follow up on collections.

Requirements:

• Accounting or finance degree
• Excellent verbal communication skills and the ability to build relationships with a variety of people
• Strong Excel skills
• Processes and procedures focused