Construction Project Cost Analyst

Southland Industries, Inc.; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with 50% company match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Annual bonus program

Paid parental leave

Paid holidays and vacation

Wellness benefits

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Southland Industries is seeking a Project Accountant to coordinate all phases of construction job costing, including categorizing, recording, analyzing and monitoring costs and billings on a large project and several smaller ones. You will work with the Project Manager to assure timely accounting and risk management throughout the project life cycle.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (or equivalent) and 3-5 years of project accounting experience, with strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance preferred or equivalent experience
• 3-5 years of project accounting experience preferred
• Strong accounting knowledge
• Strong organization skills with high level of attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Strong ability to prioritize and multi-task
• Proven ability to meet tight deadlines and work under pressure
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion
• Computer proficiency and technical aptitude with intermediate to expert level ability to utilize MS Word, Excel, Power Point, etc. required

Responsibilities

• Compiles, prepares and analyzes monthly project billings per contract requirements.
• Performs financial analysis and reconciliation of project costs versus project budget.
• Manages vendor compliance, insurance, lien waivers, retention and W-9s
• Produces and analyzes job performance and profitability through jobs cost tracking reports.
• Assists in preparation of status reports and maintains accurate project statuses and budget information in COINs.
• Identifies and resolves basic and more complex project-related accounting issues and resolves in a timely manner.

Skills

Strong accounting knowledge

Strong organization skills

Strong written and verbalcommunication

Strong analytical skills

Strong ability to prioritize and multi

Proven ability to meet deadlines under

Strong customer service skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Southland Industries is seeking a Project Accountant to coordinate all phases of construction job costing, including categorizing, recording, analyzing and monitoring costs and billings on a large project and several smaller ones. You will work with the Project Manager to assure timely accounting and risk management throughout the project life cycle.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (or equivalent) and 3-5 years of project accounting experience, with strong