Accountant

PCL Construction•Long Beach, CA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Accountant role at PCL Construction, Inc. within Civil West performs general accounting and administrative functions to meet contractual requirements for operational and basic accounting. This role ensures all financial transactions are completed accurately and in a timely manner. The Accountant participates in monthly forecast review meetings, provides ad hoc reports and analysis to project teams, and assists with the assembly of information for financial reporting. They are responsible for assembling client billings packages, preparing bank deposits, monthly reconciliations, and cash receipt entries. Additionally, this role identifies irregularities or risk exposure, ensures required documentation (insurance, bonding, SDI, workers compensation, statutory declarations, lien waivers) is in place, and interprets trade partner documentation for accounting-related items following established procedures.

Requirements

Postsecondary degree or diploma in a related discipline.
2 years of accounting experience in construction or a related industry preferred.
Understanding of full-cycle accounting and project forecasting and budgeting.
Knowledge of government legislation and generally accepted accounting principles.
Intermediate understanding of lien rights.
Basic exposure to bid and contract securities and insurance as they relate to risk management, claims management, pricing, and accounting.
Basic understanding of subcontract PO terms including insurance and subcontractor default insurance (SDI) and bonding requirements.
Exposure to owner contracts as they relate to payment terms, billing requirements, audit rights, and cost-of-work definition.
Ability to act with the required discretion when handling confidential information.
Solid understanding of Microsoft Office Suite and experience with accounting software.

Nice To Haves

Active pursuit of accounting designation considered an asset.

Responsibilities

Performs general accounting and administrative functions to meet contractual requirements for operational and basic accounting.
Completes all financial transactions in a timely and accurate manner.
Participates in monthly forecast review meetings.
Provides project teams with ad hoc reports and analysis as the need arises.
Assists with the assembly of information for internal and external financial reporting requirements.
Assembles client billings packages in accordance with contract terms and conditions and ensures timely payment.
Prepares bank deposits, monthly reconciliations, and cash receipt entries.
Identifies any irregularities or risk exposure and supports the development of a strategy to address them.
Ensures that all required documentation, including insurance, bonding, SDI, workers compensation, statutory declarations, and lien waivers is in place.
Interprets trade partner documentation for accounting-related items and following established accounting procedures.

Benefits

Employee ownership opportunities that build long-term value
Annual discretionary performance bonuses
401(k) with company match
Industry-leading medical, dental and vision benefits
Prescription drug coverage and telemedicine services
Life, AD&D and disability insurance
Paid parental leave and family care support
HSA or FSA for healthcare, dependent care and transportation
Mental health and wellness support, including Employee Assistance Programs
Career growth pathways, leadership development and mentorship programs
Access to world-class training through PCL’s College of Construction and professional development courses
Ongoing opportunities to learn new skills, explore different roles and grow your career across sectors and regions