Project Accountant

James G. Davis Construction (DAVIS); Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability benefits

HSA contribution

Annual bonus

PTO & holidays

401(k)/ESOP

Fertility assistance

Education assistance

On-site gym

Company vehicle

Job summary

DAVIS in Rockville, MD is seeking a Project Accountant to maintain and process project cost and payment records, supporting operations with financial details.

The role requires a accounting degree, 2–4 years experience, exposure to CMiC, and GAAP knowledge. You will prepare reconciliations, analyze variances, and partner with project teams to ensure accurate billing and closeouts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field
• 2–4 years of accounting experience
• Public accounting experience preferred
• Construction industry experience a plus
• Decision making, research and analytical problem-solving skills
• Time management skills with the ability to organize, assess and prioritize multiple tasks, projects, and demands
• Ability to work independently
• CMiC software experience a plus
• Able to quickly learn and understand new software and systems

Responsibilities

• Independently updates existing account reconciliation and analysis templates (over / under billing, closeout reports, negative cash, prepaids, accruals)
• Efficiently produces work deliverables in CMiC
• Applies general knowledge of GAAP developed through education or experience to correctly record accruals, prepaids, over / under billing adjustments
• Reviews, validates, and analyzes CMiC reporting (PSRs / Invoices to be posted, expense reimbursements, GL account balances)
• Creates accurate schedules and submits to Management
• Applies general knowledge of excel to update recurring or ad hoc excel schedules

Skills

Analytical skills

Time management

Independent worker

Decision making

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

CMiC

Job description

At DAVIS, we're redefining the way people experience construction by building success for all.

Summary

The Project Accountant performs a variety of tasks related to the maintenance and processing of project cost and payment records, including providing overall support to operations staff with financial details.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field, or equivalent years of relevant experience
• Two (2) to four (4) years of Accounting experience
• Public accounting experience preferred
• Construction industry experience a plus
• Decision making, research and analytical problem-solving skills
• Time management skills with the ability to organize, assess and prioritize multiple tasks, projects, and demands
• Ability to work independently
• CMiC software experience a plus
• Able to quickly learn and understand new software and systems

Technical Job Knowledge

• Independently updates existing account reconciliation and analysis templates (over / under billing, closeout reports, negative cash, prepaids, accruals)
• Efficiently produces work deliverables in CMiC
• Applies general knowledge of GAAP developed through education or experience to correctly record accruals, prepaids, over / under billing adjustments
• Reviews, validates, and analyzes CMiC reporting (PSRs / Invoices to be posted, expense reimbursements, GL account balances)
• Creates accurate schedules and submits to Management
• Applies general knowledge of excel to update recurring or ad hoc excel schedules

Core Competencies For The Role

• Autonomy + Accountability
• Uses existing procedures to solve routine or standard problems
• Receives instruction, guidance and direction from others
• Accountable for work within own role only, but work completed impacts team and / or projects
• Business Impact
• Impacts own team and adjacent teams
• Uses discretion to make improvements to existing processes and solutions to achieve results or improve efficiency
• Assists in basic business development tasks
• Talent Development
• Acts as a resource for team members with less experience
• May lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements
• Problem Solving + Resiliency
• Recognizes and solves typical problems that can occur in own work project / department with minimal oversight
• Evaluates and selects solutions from established options and employs creativity to develop new options for consideration

Davis Core Values

• TRUST
• Excellence in Service – Fulfilling our clients’ highest expectations
• Inclusion – Ensuring a culture of respect and acceptance, where all employees have a sense of purpose and belonging
• Integrity – Exhibiting honesty and fairness while holding ourselves accountable for our actions
• Building Relationships – Creating and maintaining strong partnerships through leadership, creative solutions and hard work

Base Salary (or hourly) range for this position is

$75,000.00 - $95,000.00

DAVIS is committed to providing our employees with a competitive total compensation package that enhances your quality of life. DAVIS offers a 100% employer-paid health care plan (to include family), life insurance, short- and long-term disability benefits, and an annual contribution to your HSA. DAVIS also offers annual incentive bonus, paid time off + annual holidays, financial benefits (401(k), Roth, and ESOP), FSAs, fertility and family-forming assistance, and continuing education. Additional benefits include Employee Assistance Program (EAP), on-site fitness center, and parental leave. Eligible employees are provided a company vehicle or an auto allowance to support business activities.

The compensation and benefits information are provided as of the date of this posting. Benefits and incentive compensation may be subject to applicable eligibility. DAVIS reserves the right to modify compensation and benefits at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

At DAVIS, our vision is to build a culture that is innovative, connected, and balanced.