Senior Project Accountant

J.E. Dunn Construction Group Inc P•Kansas City, MO

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Project Accountant will be responsible for capturing, analyzing, and reporting information and data relating to manufacturing operating costs, including labor and materials, gross margin, scrap/waste rates, inventory accuracy, and trends in product lines, customers, and sales. The purpose of this role is to ensure accurate financial reporting, control manufacturing costs, and support operational decision-making. This role works closely with plant operations management, supply chain and finance leadership, as well as sales leadership, to improve cost visibility and savings, operating margins, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and strengthen inventory control and accuracy. All activities will be performed in support of the strategy, vision, and values of JE Dunn. The Senior Project Accountant will make decisions on routine matters, provide recommendations to their supervisor, and refer all exceptions to their supervisor.

Requirements

Ability to perform work accurately and completely, and in a timely manner
Basic understanding of construction contracts
Communication skills, verbal and written
Proficiency in MS Office with emphasis on strong Excel skills
Proficiency with ERP and payment workflow systems
Proficiency with Bluebeam Revue
Ability to follow up on inquiries in a timely manner
Ability to understand and implement best practice standards
Ability to quickly and effectively solve complex problems
Ability to articulate issues in the ERP system to the IT team
Ability to deliver quality through attention to detail
Organizational skills
Listening skills
Ability to respond quickly and efficiently, within 24 hours
Ability to build relationships with team members that transcend a project
Ability to build relationships and collaborate within a team, internally and externally
Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting (Required)
In lieu of the above requirements, equivalent relevant experience will be considered
5+ years accounting experience in construction or related industry with project cost accounting (Required)

Nice To Haves

Strong proficiency with ERP platforms and manufacturing operating systems, with the ability to leverage technology to support efficient production operations (preferred)

Responsibilities

Identify, develop and implement financial reporting for manufacturing operations.
Monitor and reconcile inventory and oversee inventory valuation including raw materials, WIP and finished goods.
Evaluate and support the implementation of a new manufacturing-oriented ERP system.
Prepares, examines and analyzes project cost accounting records and reports.
Performs any necessary cost transfers to accurately record job cost activity.
Assists project team with interpreting financial key performance indicators.
Prepares owner billing in compliance with the terms and conditions of the owner contract, on a monthly, interim or milestone basis.
Compiles all required back-up documentation for owner billings.
Monitors status of owner payment for compliance with contract terms and follow up as needed.
Assists with month-end reconciliation, including unbilled reports.
Provides additional analytical support regarding project status and performance as needed.
Assists in preparation of project-specific audits by providing documentation and backup required by external auditors.
Conducts final review of all project financials to ensure billings and cost budgets are complete and ready to close.
Identifies opportunities for process improvements and establishes appropriate documentation.
Provides project accounting support for larger, more complex projects.
Investigates and independently resolves issues related to project accounting data or processes.
Capable of functioning as owner of special projects from conceptualization through implementation.
Packages and presents project financial recommendations, along with analysis, to project team leaders.
May provide mentorship, coaching, oversight, or direct management of other Project Accountants.