Project Accountant

Sachse Careers • Detroit, MI

106d

About The Position

The Project Accountant is an integral part of the project team and as such will provide financial control and oversight to the project teams and business units. They will apply analytical and collaborative techniques to address financial challenges and opportunities. They will provide innovative ideas as well as the highest level of quality and skills with cost control resources to provide support through accurate and timely reporting and analysis. Building Trust. Building Partnerships. Building Careers. Founded in 1991 and headquartered in Detroit, Sachse Construction has built millions of square feet of commercial, retail, multifamily, and institutional space throughout the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico. Our signature asset is our unmatched reputation of integrity, quality, and reliability. Our commitment to our core values — do the right thing, have passion and enthusiasm, pursue excellence by constantly raising the bar, and do whatever it takes — has earned the trust of clients from national retail chains to private and institutional owners. In addition to providing a unique and exceptional customer service experience to our clients, we strive to provide an engaging atmosphere for our team members.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting
• 3+ years accounting experience
• AIA billing experience preferred.
• Knowledge of construction industry financial practices and forms preferred
• Experience with Vista or similar software preferred

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain initial job cost reports, including profit projections, and update them throughout the project lifecycle.
• Develop, communicate, and monitor billing schedules and payment status for both internal team members and trade partners.
• Prepare and process AIA invoices for clients, accompanied by required sworn statements.
• Maintain regular communication with clients to ensure timely payment of invoices.
• Collect and process trade partner AIA invoices, sworn statements, supplier waivers, and other necessary documentation.
• Manage client and trade partner change orders while updating job cost reports accordingly.
• Generate over/under variance reports with detailed supporting analysis.
• Actively contribute to change management and forecasting processes.
• Assist in identifying project risks and opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with corporate cost control policies and procedures.
• Perform analytical reviews, validations, and audits to meet internal and external cost control requirements.
• Lead and support process improvement initiatives.
• Apply proactive problem-solving techniques to meet team and project requirements.

Benefits

• Unlimited PTO
• Role-Specific Training + Mentoring
• Award-Winning ‘Project:U’ Wellness Program
• Social Mission Committee + Philanthropic Activities
• Weekly Professional Massages
• Financial Lunch and Learns

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree