Job Description

Overview
Join our dynamic construction finance team as a Construction Project Accountant, where you'll play a pivotal role in managing the financial health of our construction projects. This energetic position offers an exciting opportunity to oversee project budgets, ensure compliance with accounting standards, and support strategic financial planning. Your expertise will help drive project success through meticulous financial analysis, accurate reporting, and seamless coordination with project teams and stakeholders. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about construction finance, this is the perfect role to elevate your career!

Duties

• Prepare, review, and analyze financial reports related to construction projects, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley Act) requirements
• Manage project budgets by monitoring costs, forecasting expenses, and conducting cash flow analysis to optimize resource allocation
• Reconcile project-related accounts including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger entries, and balance sheet accounts using ERP systems such as Sage, Procore, Excel or similar financial software
• Perform account reconciliation tasks to verify accuracy of project costs and financial data across multiple systems
• Support cost management initiatives by analyzing variances and providing insights for cost control strategies
• Assist in financial report writing for internal stakeholders and external auditors by interpreting complex financial data clearly and accurately
• Conduct detailed data collection and analysis to facilitate accurate forecasting and budgeting for ongoing projects
• Ensure compliance with internal controls such as SOX procedures while maintaining thorough documentation of all financial transactions

Skills

• Strong understanding of accounting principles including double entry bookkeeping, debits & credits, and financial concepts relevant to construction projects
• Proficiency with accounting software such as Sage, QuickBooks, Excel, Procore or other ERP systems for effective financial management
• Experience with financial report interpretation and writing tailored reports for diverse audiences
• Knowledge of public accounting standards and technical accounting practices within a corporate environment
• Expertise in cash flow analysis, budget development, account reconciliation, and general ledger accounting processes
• Ability to perform balance sheet reconciliation accurately while managing accounts payable and receivable processes
• Familiarity with forecasting techniques, cost management strategies, payroll processing, and data collection methods for comprehensive financial analysis
• Excellent analytical skills combined with attention to detail to ensure precise account analysis and account reconciliation efforts

Embark on this rewarding journey where your skills will directly impact the success of our construction projects. Bring your energy, expertise, and enthusiasm-together we'll build something extraordinary!

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