Project Accountant

Embark Recruiting Solutions; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading commercial construction company in Columbus, OH, is seeking a Project Accountant to manage owner billings and ensure that job costs are processed effectively. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and 3 years of accounting-related experience. Responsibilities include coordinating billing processes with project teams and ensuring compliance with contractual terms. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential for success in this dynamic role.

Qualifications

• 3 years of accounting-related experience preferred.
• Construction or property management experience preferred.
• Ability to adapt in a dynamic and ever-changing environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare owner billings in accordance with contractual terms.
• Analyze and process job-related costs.
• Coordinate the billing process with the project team.

Skills

Detail oriented

Good communication skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to multi-task

Ability to work independently

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting

Job description

Our client, a leading commercial construction company in Columbus OH, has a need for a Project Accountant. This is a full-time position.

POSITION SUMMARY

This role is responsible to prepare owner billings in accordance with contractual terms. You will ensure job costs are processed in accordance with company internal control procedures. Managing relationships with third party sub-contractors and project management team, to ensure superb levels of customer service and prompt payments, is also a key responsibility of this position.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review owner contracts and identify contractual terms for billing purposes
• Analyze and process job related costs in accordance with internal control procedures
• Coordinate the billing process with the project team. Prepare accurate billings on a timely basis. Reconcile job costs to monthly billings. Identify and communicate unbilled/late billed costs
• Provide subcontractors with timely payments in exchange for waivers
• Review and compile waiver packages
• Facilitate job closeout. Prepare closed job accrual and reconcile profit (loss)
• Understand subcontractor insurance compliance
• Understand impact of cash flow on projects billed
• Compile monthly subcontractor certified payroll reports as needed

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting, preferred
• 3 years of accounting related experience, preferred
• Detail oriented
• Ability to multi-task and achieve results in a dynamic and ever-changing environment
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently or collaboratively, as part of a team
• Construction or property management experience, preferred