Cost Control / Construction Accountant

The Building People; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Rx

Dental

Vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance/AD&D

Paid Time Off

Job summary

The Building People in Washington, DC is seeking an experienced Cost Control/Construction Accountant. This role involves managing various construction projects, tracking budgets, conducting financial analyses, and ensuring effective project administration. Candidates should have at least 2 years of relevant experience and a bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field. Competitive benefits include health coverage and a 401(k) retirement plan. Apply today to join a dynamic team focused on professional project management services.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in commercial/government facility construction project management.
• Ability to pass a DHS 'suitability' background investigation.

Responsibilities

• Manage an assigned portfolio of projects addressing challenges.
• Track construction costs and budget management.
• Conduct financial and economic analysis and report production.

Skills

Financial analysis using Excel spreadsheets

Cost controls and financial cost tracking

SharePoint Database management and design

Managing complex construction projects

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, finance or construction management

Job description

Please note that this position is for an upcoming position. We are, however, accepting applications for this anticipated need. If you are interested in joining The Building People, we encourage you to APPLY TODAY!

Job Overview

The Building People, LLC, has a position open for an experienced Cost Control/Construction Accountant. Responsibilities include providing the federal client with professional on-site facility, and project management services across a variety of small to large-scale construction projects. Projects may include space upgrades or modification/reconfiguration of spaces to meet the mission needs of clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Effectively manage an assigned portfolio of projects while addressing challenges related:
• Construction cost management, tracking of funds, and Budgeting.
• Financial analysis, economic analysis, report production.
• Project administration, program management, database management.

Required Experience & Skills

• A minimum of 2 years' experience in commercial/government facility construction project management relating to:
• Financial analysis using excel spreadsheets, including formulas and formats.
• Experience with cost controls and financial cost tracking
• Experience with database software and report production
• Experience developing and evaluating economic analysis
• Experience developing and evaluating construction project cost estimates and tracking funds.
• SharePoint Database management and design
• Ability to pass a DHS "suitability" background investigation is a requirement

Preferred Experience & Skills

• CPA, PMP, and federal government accounting experience highly desired.
• Experience managing complex new construction or major renovation commercial/government building projects with experience managing simultaneous construction and/or building projects
• Ability to work independently, in groups, and in a stressful environment

Preferred Education

• An accounting, business, finance, or construction management bachelor's degree (civil, mechanical, electrical or architectural, etc) from an accredited University recognized by the U.S. Department of Education

Additional Information

Competitive benefits for eligible employees include:

• Medical & Rx
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance/AD&D
• Long Term Disability and Short-Term Disability
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay

All positions require a background check after acceptance of our offer. The selected candidate will be eligible to begin employment before the background check has been finalized. However, continued employment will be contingent upon the results of your reference/background check from The Building People, LLC. Your position may require special credentialing, clearance, and access as a condition of employment. In the event the government or client does not sponsor or approve your clearance, it may result in termination of your employment.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case‑by‑case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e‑mail address.

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