Project Accountant

Gemma Power Systems, LLC; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Company-Sponsored Events

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Paid Holidays

Work-Life Balance

Financial Planning & Savings Resources

Job summary

Gemma Power Systems, a leading EPC company, is seeking a Project Accountant to manage site accounting and payroll across our project sites in Texas. You will serve as a liaison between the field and home office, processing payroll, PO management, and project invoicing.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of accounting experience, strong organizational skills, and familiarity with ADP, Sage 300, and procurement tools. Relocation to Reeves or Ward County may be required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of related accounting/payroll experience on construction projects preferred.
• Associate degree or higher in finance, accounting, payroll, HR, or procurement preferred but not required.
• Experience with union payroll is a plus.
• Knowledge of subcontractor AIA docs, lien waivers, and certificates of insurance preferred.
• Proficiency with ADP, Excel, Adobe, Word, and Microsoft Teams; paperless environments.
• Ability to work independently and in a team; detail-oriented and proactive.

Responsibilities

• Process, reconcile and report weekly payroll using ADP for all craft/hourly personnel.
• Prepare journal entries for craft payroll with supporting documentation.
• Support onboarding/offboarding and manual payroll checks with proper documentation.
• Coordinate other payroll procedures and pay runs as needed.
• Reconcile and manage jobsite bank accounts and expenses.

Skills

Payroll processing

Accounting

Procurement

Time management

Supervising staff

Education

Associate degree or higher in finance/accounting/payroll/procurement

Tools

Sage 300

TimberScan

Mjob

DocuSign

Job description

DISCLAIMER: THE LOCATION DISPLAYED IN THE ABOVE JOB POSTING DOES NOT NECESSARILY REFLECT THE LOCATION THAT YOU WILL BE ASSIGNED TO FOR THIS ROLE. PLEASE REFER TO THE JOB DESCRIPTION BELOW FOR MORE INFORMATION.

Project Accountant

Location:Texas (exact location TBD based on project site assignment)

Employment Type:Full-Time

Timing: Immediate

Overview

Gemma Power Systems is seeking a Project Accountant to join our team on one of our project sites in the Midland/Odessa area. The Project Accountant is a vital part of the Gemma team, dedicated to being a liaison between the project site and home office accounting. Gemma is looking for a self-motivated individual who is extremely organized, comfortable with technology, and has strong time management skills.

Position Summary

This position is responsible for all project site accounting and payroll functions. You will also provide home office with all purchase orders, receive documentation for payment, and support procurement by helping to find reliable suppliers. This position will be based in either Reeves County or Ward County, TX, depending on which project you are assigned to, and will require you to relocate to the area of your assigned project. You may also be required to relocate to the area of any future projects that you may be assigned to.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Process, reconcile and report on weekly payroll using ADP for all craft/hourly personnel.
• Complete journal entries for craft payroll and prepare supporting information.
• Participate in onboarding/offboarding of employees. Process manual payroll checks with proper documentation.
• Coordinate other payroll procedures or pay runs as needed.
• Reconcile & manage jobsite bank accounts.
• Audit, verify approval, and submit expense reports for jobsite employees.
• Create purchase/change orders and submit to vendors through DocuSign.
• Enter purchase orders, change orders, and invoices into accounting software (Sage 300 and TimberScan).
• Coordinate & prepare the monthly invoices to ensure accurate and timely billing.
• Perform three-way match for AP invoices associated with jobsite.
• Maintain documentation for home office, including rental log, purchase order log, and certificates of insurance.
• Supervise & train site accounting and payroll personnel.

The above job responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position. The above list is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required.

Desired Qualifications/Experience

• 3+ years of related experience; must have strong knowledge in accounting, payroll, HR, procurement, and business management.
• Associate degree or higher with a focus in finance, accounting, payroll, HR, or procurement is preferred, but not required.
• Experience working with union payroll is desired.
• Experience performing payroll or accounting on larger-scale construction projects is preferred.
• Knowledge of subcontractor AIA documentation, lien waivers, and certificates of insurance is preferred.
• Knowledge of Sage 300, TimberScan, Mjob, and DocuSign.
• Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills. Persistence, resourcefulness, drive, and ability to work proactively.
• Ability to operate office equipment, including computers and printers.
• Working knowledge of ADP, Excel, Adobe, Word, and Microsoft Teams platforms. Comfortable performing work in a paperless environment and leveraging technology to recognize efficiency.
• Works independently with a high level of self-direction as well as cooperatively with a team.
• Must possess a professional and confident demeanor.
• High level of attention to detail and a commitment to quality is required.
• Willingness to work extra hours, as necessary.
• Advancement and Growth Opportunities
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Company-Sponsored Events
• Financial Planning & Savings Resources
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Paid Holidays
• Work-Life Balance

About Gemma Power Systems:

Gemma Power Systems, a wholly owned subsidiary of Argan Inc. (NYSE: AGX), is a leading Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) company providing innovative solutions for the power, renewable and industrial industry. Our wide-ranging and comprehensive experience comprises more than 22 GW installed capacity including state-of-the-art combined cycle and simple cycle gas turbine plants, biomass projects, solar facilities, wind farms, biofuel plants, industrial and environmental facilities spanning the continental United States.

Gemma Power Systems is an equal opportunity employer. Employment and promotional opportunities are based upon individual capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected classification as established under federal, state, or local law.