Project Accountant

Gilder Search Group; Missouri; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Discretionary annual bonus

Generous PTO and paid company holidays

Job summary

Gilder Search Group is seeking a Project Accountant to manage financial aspects including accounts payable and receivable. The role demands strong organizational skills and a good grasp of job cost systems.

The ideal candidate will hold an Associate's degree and be progressing towards a BS/BA in Accounting, with 2-3 years of relevant experience. Benefits include a competitive salary and comprehensive health coverage.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of accounting experience with a General Contractor/Subcontract.
• Ability to handle accounts payable and receivable efficiently.
• Strong understanding of job cost systems and reports.

Responsibilities

• Set-up new jobs from job data sheet.
• Manage job budgets and contracts in the accounting system.
• Assist with invoicing and payments to vendors and subcontractors.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Associate's degree, working towards BS/BA in Accounting

Tools

JD Edwards

Job description

About the Job

The Project Accountant will display a good working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable and job cost systems. Be able to answer questions from project managers or anyone regarding status of an accounts payable or receivable invoice. Know what information the job cost system can give the project managers and what reports are available to them. Manage time effectively to get the work completed on schedule and ability to prioritize workload.

Compensation and Benefits

Competitive Annual Salary based on qualifications, skills, training, experience, and location.

Discretionary Annual Bonus: Subject to company performance and individual contribution.

Comprehensive Benefits Package Including: Medical, Dental and Vision plans, 401k, generous PTO and paid company holidays, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development programs and more!

The Specifics of the Role

• Set-up new jobs from job data sheet.
• Enter and maintain job budgets as required by project managers.
• Set-up prime contracts in accounting system and maintain the change orders.
• Print job reports for projects managers as necessary.
• Assist Project Managers and superintendent with other financial matters, such as setting-up accounts with suppliers, etc.
• Assist in job audits.
• Contract Brief review with Accounting Manager.
• Set-up subcontracts in accounting system/Textura.
• Monitor subcontracts in accounting system and Textura.
• Ensure all subcontractor issued contracts.
• Make sure sub billings do not exceed contract and/or make sure PM writes pending change orders.
• Process invoices electronically through DataServ and Textura.
• Match invoices with backup (field POs and receiving tickets).
• Request invoices from subs and vendors if necessary.
• Assist vendors and subcontractors when inquiring on invoice/payment status.
• Prepare invoicing format according to the owner’s contract and enter as much information as possible for the PM.
• Prepare original invoice (send all information as required by owner such as lien waivers, accompanying schedules, copies of invoices, etc.)
• Enter invoice into accounting system.
• Make sure all systems remain in sync – PMWeb, JD Edwards, DataServ and Textura.
• Any other projects or related duties that arise over the normal course of business.

Requirements

• Associates and working towards a BS/BA in Accounting.
• 2-3 years accounting experience with a General Contractor/Subcontract.
• Proficient in Excel.
• Need good communication and organizational skills.
• JD Edwards experience a plus.

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Company hires individuals on the basis of their qualifications and ability to complete the essential requirements and responsibilities of the job to be filled. It is our policy to grant equal employment opportunities to qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression, religion, pregnancy, parental status, marital status, age, veterans’ or military status, regardless of how discharged, or physical or mental handicap or disability, genetic information, or other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. The Company will provide equal opportunities in employment and take affirmative action as necessary in all aspects of the employment relationship, including without limitation, recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, working conditions, benefits and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment. All employment decisions are made based on availability, qualifications, ability, merit and/or other legitimate factors consistent with principles of equal employment.

This position is a safety sensitive position for purposes of state and federal law.