Project Accountant

Sellen Construction • Seattle, WA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Project Accountant performs general accounting tasks in support of a project team. This includes data entry, analysis, billing, reporting, and the performance of payroll and job cost processes specific to one or more projects and construction job sites. They will also be responsible for vendor communication, correspondence, and resolution of any vendor issues. Be part of a team where your unique perspective, experience, and ideas are celebrated as you work to find solutions to complex construction challenges. Please submit your application to learn more.

Requirements

• 4+ years of direct applicable college education and/or work experience in a construction accounting office, OR a comparable combination of education and experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Windows and the full suite of applications in Microsoft Office.
• Extensive proficiency with the use of Excel.
• Experience with an integrated standard business accounting program.
• General understanding of the construction industry, with specific emphasis on the application of sales and use tax.
• Familiarity with a general ledger and job costing codes.
• Experience with credit card platforms.
• Detail-oriented.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Superb analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Effectively communicates with new and diverse groups of people.
• Great listening skills.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Manage multiple tasks and responsibilities effectively and efficiently.
• Demonstrated ability to respond constructively to feedback, coaching and change.

Nice To Haves

• A background in construction is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordination of accounting-related documentation for the construction project team.
• Data entry of accounting-related project information, project reporting, and analysis for the jobsite and project team:
• Payroll data entry for the jobsite team members.
• Enter and code various job cost information.
• Reconcile monthly client billings and generate periodic project cost reports.
• Track, process, and report various project job cost processes by producing and maintaining Excel spreadsheets.
• Manage and organize contracts, subcontracts, and other project-related documents.

Benefits

• 401(k) with up to 9.5% employer contribution
• health insurance
• health savings contributions
• tuition benefits
• bonus plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree