Project Accountant

Catcon•Milwaukee, WI

35d•Onsite

About The Position

Established in 2004, Catalyst Construction has been named one of the fastest growing Construction Management firms in Southeastern Wisconsin. We are more than construction partners as we serve our communities, clients, and employees with integrity, continuous learning, and creativity. As Milwaukee Business Journal’s ‘Best Places to Work’ recipient since 2018, we are committed to providing our employees with the support and resources needed for you to be successful. The Project Accountant is responsible for maintaining and processing all activities within Accounts Receivable and supports the financial activities for multiple projects. Additional responsibilities include handling Subcontractor and Owner Insurance requirements including reviewing, tracking, and reporting.

Requirements

2-5 years of experience in Accounting or Accounts Receivable
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance is preferred
Reliable transportation
Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
Experience with accounting software such as ComputerEase or similar
Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships
Ability to effectively manage time, multi-task, and pay close attention to details
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team

Responsibilities

Maintain project level accounts including postings, allocations, accruals, and payments for the project in accounting system
Process Owner Invoices and Pay Applications (AIA and Simple)
Deposit and post customer receivable payments
Request and collect subcontractor lien waivers
Track and submit subcontractor lien waivers for owner payment
Collect past due Accounts Receivable
Review, track and report subcontractor Certificates of Insurance for compliance
File Subcontractor Certificates of Insurance
Request subcontractor Certificates of Insurance (COI’s) when not on file
Request Catalyst Certificate of Insurance for Owner Contracts
Track and Report Monthly Builder’s Risk needs for assigned projects
Assist with project close out
Assist with year-end 1099 reporting
Assist with processing AP expenses
Assist with employee job costs such as expense reports and credit card statements
Maintain Project files, including filing, scanning, and general record keeping
Provide support and backup for other positions in the department as needed
Attend meetings and trainings as assigned
Complete projects as assigned