Project Accountant

American Restoration Operations LLC•Portland, OR

51d•Onsite

About The Position

Serving the Pacific Northwest for over 40 years, at Charter Construction, a brand of American Restoration Operations, we have established ourselves as a restoration contractor that sets the standard for performance, integrity, and quality in the restoration industry. We build relationships with homeowners, community managers, developers, design and insurance professionals delivering extraordinary results in an open and collaborative environment. Purpose: The purpose of this role is to support our business lines by providing timely and accurate financial reporting, analysis and assistance to project teams. The role provides an initial level of compliance and checks-and-balances oversight for project specific financial transactions. Location: Portland, OR Job Scope: The Project Accountant is responsible for the project billing process including client set up and maintenance, suppliers / subcontractor invoice processing, accounts payable, accounts receivable and month end close procedures.

Requirements

Analytical and problem-solving skills.
Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
Strong organizational skills to maintain efficiency standards.
Address discrepancies and implement corrective processes.
Maintain a flexible attitude and approach toward assignments and successfully operate under ambiguous guidelines.
Minimum 2-year degree in accounting or business; 4-year degree preferred.
Minimum 2-years of experience as a project accountant in restoration construction or job-cost related industry.
Strong understanding of the overall project execution process, including budgeting, cost reporting, cost control, schedule, and anticipated cost and project profitability

Responsibilities

Accounts Payable: invoicing, purchase orders, process payments, check runs, input subcontractor invoices.
Accounts Receivable: generate draw requests, billings, month end collections.
Subcontractor prequalification; insurance management. Assist in tracking insurance documentation requirements.
Assist Operations Managers with Profit and Loss Reporting and Month-End Reporting
Communicate payment process and status to subcontractors, clients, and suppliers.
Receive, review, approved Insurance Certificates from Subcontractors
Analyze project data to identify incorrect coding, time/expense errors, facilitate timely corrections.
Process payments to trades and subcontractors in a timely manner.
Communicate consistently with subcontractors, suppliers, and clients regarding payment processing and status.
Monitor accounts receivable status and assist with collection if necessary.
Ability to formulate, initiates, and administer policies and procedures for effective accounts management.
Analyze data to identify new controls to maximize profitability.
Maintain project-related records, including contracts and change orders.
Create all project-related billings; investigate all project expenses not billed.
Close out project accounts upon project completion.
Compile information for auditors.
Create and maintain job (project) files and folders.
Liaison between Project, Accounting, and Finance teams.
Be available during peak business hours to provide direction and resolution in regard to internal and external account payable inquiries.
Perform other duties as assigned.