Construction Project Accountant — Growth & Forecasting

Gilbane Building; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and welfare benefits

Profit-sharing/401k

Job summary

Gilbane Building is seeking a mid-level Construction Accountant to support project accounting and forecasting for small to mid-sized projects. The role involves day-to-day interaction with project management, clients, and subcontractors, and will travel to project sites as needed.

You will collaborate with an experienced team, maintain WIP, process pay apps, and help ensure accurate financial reporting. A BS in Accounting with 5+ years in construction is preferred.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or related field.
• 5+ years with CM or General Contractor organization.
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Provides accounting support for project management teams
• Prepare and process owner pay applications and related billing documentation
• Reviews Work in Process (WIP) on assigned projects and explains variances
• Ensures compliance with accounting policies and procedures
• Support a Senior Project Accountant in project-level financial reporting
• Process and track accounts payable and receivables, ensuring timely payments
• Prepare, submit, and monitor vendor payments with project teams
• Manage contracts, amendments, insurance, bonds, SOV, Files, and Co Policies
• Review requisitions and lien waivers timely
• Develop and maintain positive relationships internally & externally
• Take ownership of assigned tasks and contribute to ad hoc financial activities

Skills

Excel proficiency

Financial forecasting

Communication skills

Problem solving

Adaptability

Teamwork

Education

BS degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

CMiC

Job description

Gilbane Building is seeking a mid-level Construction Accountant to support project accounting and forecasting for small to mid-sized projects. The role involves day-to-day interaction with project management, clients, and subcontractors, and will travel to project sites as needed.

You will collaborate with an experienced team, maintain WIP, process pay apps, and help ensure accurate financial reporting. A BS in Accounting with 5+ years in construction is preferred.