Project Accountant

$52,000 - $68,640/Yr

Tri State General Contractors - Escondido, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Onsite - Escondido, CA

Specialty Trade Contractors

About the position

The Project Accountant will play a crucial role in managing the financial aspects of construction projects for a family-owned general contracting company. This position requires a detail-oriented individual who can navigate accounting software and communicate effectively with project managers and subcontractors. The role is focused on ensuring accurate billing, compliance, and financial tracking for various construction projects, contributing to the company's growth and success.

Responsibilities

• Complete job set up.
• Review owner contract and identify terms for the purpose of billing.
• Review monthly subcontractor invoicing and communicate with Project Manager to prepare the monthly owner draw, bill on schedule, and in accordance with owner requirements.
• Submit monthly draws and record in Sage 100, follow up on payment status, owner approval of draw and compliance issues.
• Conduct monthly audits of all reimbursable costs & bill owner.
• Process and track all general conditions and material purchases in Sage 100 and send to AP for payment, noting all NTE items and communicating with Project Manager on over budget items.
• Verify compliance for all subcontractors prior to releasing payment, including joint checks to suppliers.
• Manage preliminary notices, collecting releases according to owner/contract requirements.
• Manage multiple clients and billing platforms.
• Work independently or as a member of a team.
• Manage time and meet deadlines.
• Reconcile with the Project Manager all completed projects and verify that each project is billed as complete, including reimbursables.

Requirements

• 3-5 years Construction Accounting experience.
• Proficiency in Excel (SOVs, Pivot Tables), MS Office, Outlook, and Teams.
• Ability to adapt and learn various owner billing platforms.
• Intermediate to advanced Sage 100 experience.
• Professional written and phone/email communication.
• Positive team player with a can-do attitude.
• Critical Thinking Skills and ability to solve problems.

Benefits

• Opportunities for advancement