Project Accountant

Schneider Electric • Secaucus, NJ

1d • $55,000 - $75,480

About The Position

SchneiderElectric is looking for a Project Accountant’s for their Lyndhurst, NJ team
The Project Accountant’s primary responsibility is to support the project team regarding contract
modifications, compliance, payments, reports, and any other duties related to the project. Accountants
are expected to occasionally travel to project sites for job status review meetings.

Requirements

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting, or similar business degree.
• 3-5 years’ experience in construction accounting
• Knowledge of Dynamics
• Knowledge of Excel
• Proficient in G702/703 formatted requisition billing
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment, high sense of urgency and ownership of work, with a demonstrated ability to manage to deadlines.
• Minimum 2 years prior experience working as an accountant or bookkeeper.
• Proficient in data entry, accounts payable, accounts receivable and vendor payments.
• Strong communication skills.
• Key competencies are Communication, teamwork, initiative, and dependability.
• Strong organization skills with the ability to prioritize

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the construction industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review approved subcontractor billing for accuracy and within assigned timeline
• Manage subcontractor compliance with terms and conditions of the contract, including items such as bonds, insurance, waivers, billing accuracy, etc.
• Confirm contract status for new subcontractor billing
• Generate and accurately process monthly General Construction G702/703 requisition billing in a timely manner
• Investigate any unbilled project costs
• Assist in financial aspects of project close-out
• Additional assignments upon request of accounting supervisors

Benefits

• Schneider Electric also offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees, inclusive of medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks (credits to apply towards your benefits) flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, 401(k) + match, well-being and recognition (including service anniversary) programs, 12 holidays per year, 15 days of paid time off per year (pro-rated in the first year of employment based on start date), opportunity to purchase company stock (eligibility depends on start date), and military leave benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees