Project Accountant

Gilbane Building Company • Richmond, VA

12d • $62,880 - $86,460

About The Position

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

The Project Accountant protects and promotes the interests of Gilbane and its clients while supporting project financial management, reporting, and closeout. Gilbane provides access to training through Gilbane University and the opportunity to develop leadership and technical skills while working with an experienced team.

The salary range stated for “(Insert State)” is $62,880–$86,460. Salary will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and experience, as well as internal equity and team alignment. The role includes competitive health and welfare benefits and a profit-sharing/401(k) plan. Qualified applicants who receive an offer 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 the project execution process, including budgeting, project forecasting, cost control, scheduling, 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 appropriate to the audience.
• Ability to solve problems by identifying, prioritizing, and implementing alternatives.
• Ability to adapt to change, explore its rationale, try new approaches, and collaborate with others.
• Ability to demonstrate ownership and accountability while delivering business outcomes.
• Ability to identify opportunities for improved processes and value-added solutions.
• Ability to act inclusively, show empathy, and treat others with respect and dignity.

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 accounts payable.
• 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 opportunities through Gilbane University to build leadership and technical skills.

What This Job Offers

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