Project Accountant II

Gilbane Building Company • Arlington, VA

9h • $75,000 - $92,000

About The Position

Gilbane is seeking a mid-level Project Accountant II to fulfill project accounting and financial forecasting requirements for small to mid-sized jobs. The role involves day-to-day interaction with project management, client, and subcontractor personnel. The position is primarily office-based, with travel to project job sites to meet with project teams and subcontractors.

The Project Accountant manages project financial administration, forecasting, accounts receivable and payables, and financial closeout. The role also supports contract abstract development and audits, reviews project Work in Process, and works with internal and external partners to maintain accurate project financial information.

Gilbane provides training through Gilbane University and the opportunity to develop leadership, technical, and construction-industry skills while working with an experienced team. The company describes its workplace as inclusive and highlights values including Integrity, Caring, Teamwork, Toughmindedness, Dedication to Excellence, Discipline, Loyalty, and Entrepreneurship. Compensation for Arlington, VA is $75,000–$92,000, plus benefits and a retirement program; salary depends on factors including location, skills, education, and experience. Applicants offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3–8 years of experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Ability to learn construction management and payment management software.
• Knowledge of project execution, including budgeting, project forecasting, cost control, schedule, anticipated cost, and project profitability.
• Knowledge of construction industry insurance products and construction pricing components.
• Ability to communicate effectively, listen to understand, and convey information clearly in forms suited to the audience.
• Ability to act inclusively, show empathy, and treat others with respect and dignity, while leveraging diverse perspectives and capabilities.
• Ability to solve problems by identifying, prioritizing, and implementing alternatives.
• Ability to adapt to change, explore rationale, try new approaches, and collaborate with others.
• Ability to demonstrate passion and commitment, deliver business outcomes, and foster ownership and accountability.
• Ability to identify opportunities for improved approaches that produce value-added, unique, and differentiated solutions.

Responsibilities

• Manage contracts, amendments, insurance, bonds, schedules of values (SOV), files, and CO policies.
• Review requisitions and lien waivers accurately and on time.
• Set up and format project financial forecasts to meet internal team and client reporting needs.
• Manage monthly project forecast meetings and maintain accurate estimates to complete (ETCs) for labor and expenses.
• Ensure timely management of accounts receivable and payables.
• Manage the project financial closeout process.
• Develop and maintain positive professional relationships internally and externally.
• Assist with developing contract abstracts.
• Assist with internal and external audits and respond as directed.
• Review Work in Process (WIP) on assigned projects and understand and explain variances and balances.

Benefits

• Competitive health and welfare benefits.
• Generous profit-sharing/401(k) plan.
• Training through Gilbane University, including opportunities to build leadership and technical skills.
• Opportunity to learn industry skills while working with an experienced team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level