Sr Project Accountant
About The Position
Walsh is seeking a Senior Accountant for work in Westfield, Massachusetts. The role manages accounting for a mega-project and/or multiple large projects, working independently while maintaining good rapport with project staff, the business group Accounting Manager, and the Controller. The position handles project accounting operations, including subcontract and supplier documentation, invoices, cost reporting, project profit-and-loss reporting, owner billings, and cash-flow monitoring. The posting describes Walsh as a fourth-generation, family-owned, fast-growing company that combines a small-company feel with large-company backing and is committed to being an employer of choice and a builder of choice. The role may be eligible for a bonus and other benefits; the posting does not specify a salary amount or particular benefits.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a business-related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in construction accounting or a related field.
Responsibilities
- Review and process subcontracts, subcontract change orders, and performance and payment bonds to ensure compliance with specified terms.
- Collect and review project subcontractor and supplier lien waivers.
- Collect, review, and process monthly project invoices from subcontractors and suppliers.
- Ensure invoices are accrued properly and promptly to the correct cost reports and phase codes.
- Ensure proper payments to subcontractors and major suppliers.
- Apply a strong understanding of the Walsh cost report and accounting functions related to costs posted to it.
- Support the monthly P&L process, ensure timely submission of project P&Ls, and review them for accuracy.
- Process cost transfers on project cost reports for Project Management staff.
- Analyze owner billing monthly in depth and independently produce owner billing when applicable.
- Collect, review, and submit monthly owner billings to the Accounting Manager or Controller for processing.
- Monitor cash flow and communicate with project staff about tracking accounts receivable and project payments.
- Independently manage accounting operations for mega-projects or multiple large projects.
Benefits
- The role may be eligible for a bonus and other benefits.
- Opportunities for growth, training, and development.
- Flexibility in career path and progression.
- Opportunities to work and live throughout the United States.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
