Project Accountant

Fortis Construction•Portland, OR

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Project Accountant is an integral member of the project team and plays a key role in tracking and reporting on the project’s financial performance as well as the company's A/P and A/R functions on assigned projects. This role performs many vital accounting responsibilities required to maintain fiscal records and systems while ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations. A successful Project Accountant is a self-starter with good problem-solving skills and ability to interact and communicate positively and successfully within all levels of the organization. The ability to work with a team, specifically when completing monthly deadlines, is paramount to the culture of the team. The responsibility for project accounting, financial reporting and compliance activities for a construction project requires a proactive approach and thorough knowledge of accounting process and procedures. The Project Accountant must be a role model of Fortis core values.

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years of relevant accounting or finance experience.
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related degree program, or equivalent work experience.
Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills are essential.
Keen analytical, organization and problem-solving skills which allows for strategic data interpretation versus simple reporting.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to think strategically and make connections between diverse issues and tasks.
Ability to quickly learn new software systems and procedures.
Demonstrates a proactive, hands-on work style with meticulous attention to detail, curiosity, and strong resilience.
Willingness to work a flexible schedule during peak periods and able to meet timelines consistently.
Must possess a valid driver's license and a satisfactory driving record in accordance with Fortis policy.

Nice To Haves

Construction industry experience with large projects preferred.
Viewpoint experience.
Working knowledge of an ERP system.
GC Pay experience.

Responsibilities

Analyze, input and track project related costs by managing trade partner and owner billings, change orders, trade partner compliance and payments, and accounts payable invoice review.
Engage with trade partners monthly to ensure accuracy of project costs and billing.
Ensure compliance with financial requirements of Owner contract and change orders.
Accurately input all project transactions into accounting software.
Prepare and analyze job costing information as needed by the project team.
Handle applicable tax compliance matters, including tax computation.
Reconcile financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account information.
Assist with the annual audit.
Answer accounting procedure questions by researching and interpreting accounting policy and regulations.
Maintain customer confidence and protect operations by keeping financial information confidential.
Assist in other duties as assigned, relevant to the achievement of the position’s and team’s objectives.