Senior Project Accountant

DPR•Pasadena, CA

About The Position

DPR Construction is seeking a project accountant with at least 5 years of cost and/or commercial construction accounting experience. This individual will be responsible for the day-to-day project accounting as well as other duties in a growing construction office. Senior project accountants collaborate closely with all members of the project team (including project executives, project managers, engineers, superintendents, and field office coordinators) and often collaborate with colleagues across the organization. Responsibilities include the following. Serve a dual role as an integral part of both the project team(s) and the Finance & Accounting team. Timely and accurate preparation of owner billings and supporting documents, collection of payments, and responsibility for certain elements of subcontractor compliance. Timely and accurate entry of project billing and cost transactions and adjustments for projects, to include tracking and reporting, as appropriate. Manage subcontractor requisition and disbursement processes, to include assigned holds. Ownership and review of project financial data with project teams to ensure accuracy. Supply and analyze financial data, providing insights about topics such as cost accruals, over/underbilling position, and receivables. Set-up, review, and maintenance of labor rates and other project data. Review and summarize owner contracts to understand accounting requirements. Professionally interface with and respond to inquiries from outside parties such as clients and vendors. Inform Lead PA of internal and external audit requests. Collaborate with corporate staff. Function as a subject matter expert; lead discussions and initiatives; actively make recommendations; support the training and mentorship of fellow team members, communicating key updates to others. Various tasks assigned from time to time. Be an active promoter of DPR Culture.

Requirements

We are looking for a flexible, detail-oriented team player with the ability to manage multiple tasks, produce quality work, and consistently meet deadlines.
Excellent listening skills and strong oral and written communication skills with demonstrated success working in a highly collaborative environment.
The ability to independently identify, analyze and resolve the most complex issues.
Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office applications and in accounting cost management software; experience with CMiC and Textura applications is highly preferred.
5+ years of experience as a cost accountant within the construction industry on complex projects.
A basic understanding of the accrual basis of accounting.
A strong work ethic and a “can-do” attitude.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field or CCIFP.

Responsibilities

Serve a dual role as an integral part of both the project team(s) and the Finance & Accounting team.
Timely and accurate preparation of owner billings and supporting documents, collection of payments, and responsibility for certain elements of subcontractor compliance.
Timely and accurate entry of project billing and cost transactions and adjustments for projects, to include tracking and reporting, as appropriate.
Manage subcontractor requisition and disbursement processes, to include assigned holds.
Ownership and review of project financial data with project teams to ensure accuracy.
Supply and analyze financial data, providing insights about topics such as cost accruals, over/underbilling position, and receivables.
Set-up, review, and maintenance of labor rates and other project data.
Review and summarize owner contracts to understand accounting requirements.
Professionally interface with and respond to inquiries from outside parties such as clients and vendors.
Inform Lead PA of internal and external audit requests.
Collaborate with corporate staff.
Function as a subject matter expert; lead discussions and initiatives; actively make recommendations; support the training and mentorship of fellow team members, communicating key updates to others.
Various tasks assigned from time to time.
Be an active promoter of DPR Culture.