Project Accountant

RailWorks • Town of Oyster Bay, NY

16d • $98,000 - $125,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Project Accountant is responsible for tracking the expenses such as time, material, labor and other costs incurred in each project against revenue/profitability in order to assist in making financial decisions regarding those jobs as well as future jobs. This includes analyzing financial information and preparing financial reports by compiling information, preparing profit and loss statements, and utilizing appropriate accounting control procedures.

Requirements

• Minimum of Five (5) years’ construction experience required
• Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting, CPA an asset
• Working knowledge of percentage-of-completion accounting for construction contracts preferred
• Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles
• Knowledge of federal, provincial, and local financial regulations
• Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements and projections
• Ability to perform with a high level of discretion, professionalism, and integrity
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient working knowledge of financial and accounting software applications; experience with JDE preferred, v. 8.10 or later, preferred
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office suite with advanced Excel skills.

Nice To Haves

• CPA an asset
• Working knowledge of percentage-of-completion accounting for construction contracts preferred
• experience with JDE preferred, v. 8.10 or later, preferred

Responsibilities

• Responsible for analyzing project trends in performance and makes appropriate recommendations, will also be involved with the annual budget process and forecasting
• Works closely with the Project Managers in preparing and maintaining project budgets, which will be utilized to analyze budget variances and to prepare estimates of costs to complete
• Prepares monthly forecast
• Responsible for preparing cash flow/revenue projections
• Prepares and analyzes operating and financial reports monthly
• Assists the Project Managers in preparing progress invoices, change order preparation, and sub-contractor management
• Reviews equipment internal billings to project
• Supports the Regional Controller in forecasting and business planning
• Provides ad hoc financial analysis and reports for management as requested

Benefits

• RailWorks is committed to helping our employees live better lives.
• We offer comprehensive benefits packages to eligible employees, including competitive pay, medical, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, and additional performance incentives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees