Senior Project Accountant

Gilbane Building Company • Philadelphia, PA

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About The Position

Gilbane is seeking a mid-level Senior Accountant to fulfill project accounting and financial forecasting requirements for multiple mid-sized and/or large projects. The role involves day-to-day interaction with project management, client, and subcontractor personnel. It is primarily office-based, with travel to project job sites potentially required for meetings with project teams and subcontractors.

The position is part of Gilbane’s Business Unit Accounting job family and offers opportunities to grow in title, compensation, and responsibility. The employee will receive initial training and guidance, ongoing partnership with experienced professionals, and access to technical and leadership training through Gilbane University. The role also supports an inclusive work environment and may include coaching team members, overseeing an accountant, and supervising interns.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 6–10 years of experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Ability to learn construction management and payment management software.
• Knowledge of the overall project execution process, including budgeting, project forecasting, cost control, schedule, anticipated cost, and project profitability.
• Knowledge of construction industry insurance products and construction pricing components.
• Ability to communicate effectively, listen to understand, and convey information clearly in forms suited to the audience.
• Ability to act inclusively, show empathy, treat others with respect and dignity, and leverage diverse perspectives, abilities, and motivation.
• Ability to solve problems by identifying, prioritizing, and implementing alternative solutions.
• Ability to adapt to change, explore the rationale, try new approaches, and collaborate with others.
• Ability to demonstrate passion and commitment, deliver business outcomes, and create individual ownership and accountability.
• Ability to identify opportunities for improved ways of working that result in value-added, unique, and differentiated solutions.
• Must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test if offered a position.

Responsibilities

• Manage contracts, amendments, insurance, bonds, schedules of values (SOV), files, and Co Policies.
• Conduct timely and accurate reviews of requisitions and lien waivers.
• Set up and format project financial forecasts to meet internal team and client reporting needs.
• Manage monthly project forecast meetings and maintain accurate estimates to complete (ETCs) for labor and expenses.
• Evaluate change management for reporting inconsistencies.
• Ensure timely management of accounts receivable and accounts payable.
• Manage the project financial closeout process.
• Develop and maintain positive professional relationships internally and externally.
• Coach and mentor less experienced team members.
• Review and understand cost proposals.
• Understand and manage various contract types and delivery methods.
• Assist the Accounting Manager or Business Controller with the monthly Work in Process (WIP) process.
• Take on stretch assignments as needed, such as overseeing one accountant.
• Act as an Independent Accountant during project forecast meetings to mitigate financial risk.
• Supervise interns.
• Support a positive and inclusive work environment.

Benefits

• Competitive health and welfare benefits.
• Generous profit-sharing/401k plan.
• Employee education and training opportunities through Gilbane University.
• Initial training and guidance, with long-term partnership from experienced professionals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level