Capital Projects Accountant - Enterprise Physical Operations

Washington University in St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 49,700 - 82,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 22 days of vacation

Competitive health insurance packages

Free Metro transit U-Pass

Defined contribution retirement savings plan

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking a Capital Projects Accountant responsible for day-to-day finance and accounting functions associated with capital project planning and administration. The role ensures compliance with quality control, manages capital project workflows, and collaborates with stakeholders for efficient project delivery.

Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or business, plus relevant experience in capital or project accounting. This position offers a dynamic office environment with ample support and training resources.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or business (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• 1 year relevant experience.
• Capital or Project Accounting experience of 4 years.

Responsibilities

• Complete finance and accounting functions for capital project planning and administration.
• Manage capital projects workflow and ensure compliance.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and resolve project issues.
• Prepare financial materials for project review meetings.
• Train interns and coordinate project training classes.

Skills

Accounting

Business Contracts

Capital Project Planning

Communication

Conflict Management

Critical Thinking

Customer Service

Workflow Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or business

Job description

Position Summary

The Capital Projects Accountant is responsible for completing the day‑to‑day finance and accounting functions associated with capital project planning and administration. The role manages the capital projects workflow, ensures compliance with quality control and process standards, and supports operational workflow to minimize business disruption.

Scheduled Hours

40 hours per week.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Completes the day‑to‑day finance and accounting functions associated with the capital project planning and administration process, including identifying and establishing project funding sources, approving and tracking progress payments, billing earned project management fees, and completing reconciling and closing procedures for completed projects.
• Manages the capital projects workflow ensuring proper approvals and documentation are obtained and are in compliance with EPO and Washington University standards.
• Serves as the financial business partner to the Director, Capital Project Accounting, Major Projects, Project Manager and other stakeholders, participating in regular project review and forecast development meetings, developing documentation for leadership and committee approvals, and coordinating with customers, stakeholders, and departments to resolve issues.
• Prepares financial materials for project review meetings and reports, assisting leadership with managing project costs and establishing future revenue planning and forecasting models.
• Identifies and resolves issues in collaboration with business management, project stakeholders, and other university units for matters related to contracts, insurance, bonds, purchasing, and contractor pre‑qualifications.
• Assists in developing, coordinating, and presenting project training classes related to capital project planning and administration; updates process documentation, manuals, compliance, audit, and training materials; trains and supervises interns or other resources.
• Works with EPO leadership to recommend and implement efficiencies and standardize procedures for capital project administration.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Work Conditions

• Normal office environment.
• Physical effort: sitting at desk or table.
• Equipment: office equipment.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or business (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• 1 year relevant experience.
• Capital or Project Accounting experience of 4 years.
• Driver’s license not required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a medical, research, or educational environment.

Skills

• Accounting, Business Contracts, Capital Project Planning, Communication, Conflict Management, Critical Thinking, Customer Empathy, Customer Service, Financial Information, Interpersonal Interactions, Proactive Thinking, Professional Etiquette, Project Delivery, Tactfulness, Workflow Management, Working Independently.

Grade & Salary

Grade: G10
Salary Range: $49,700.00 – $82,100.00 annually.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Free Metro transit U‑Pass for eligible employees.
• Defined contribution retirement savings plan (403(b)) with university match starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs, employee assistance program, financial resources, access to dietitians.

Family

• 4 weeks of caregiver leave; family care resources; tuition coverage for you and family.

EEO Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.