Project Accountant (Construction)

K2 Staffing, LLC; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in commercial construction seeks a dedicated Project Accountant to join their dynamic team in Seattle. In this role, you will manage essential daily tasks associated with subcontractor payments, ensuring accuracy and compliance with contractual obligations. Your strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills will be vital as you collaborate with project analysts and managers throughout the payment process. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a respected company while enjoying comprehensive benefits and opportunities for continuous training and growth. If you are ready to take your accounting career to the next level, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Paid sick leave

401k

Continuous training and education opportunities

Qualifications

• 1+ years of accounting administrative experience required.
• Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily tasks related to subcontractor payments and billing.
• Collaborate with project teams to ensure compliance with requirements.

Skills

Accounting administrative experience

Accounts payable construction background

Excel proficiency

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management skills

Customer service commitment

GCPay Online billing platform knowledge

CMIC experience

Tools

GCPay

CMIC

Job description

Summary

Our client, one of Seattle's most well-respected commercial construction general contractors, is in need of an Project Accountant.

This individual will be managing daily tasks associated with various projects. Their primary responsibilities will be focused on processing Subcontract Payables and ensuring that subcontractor payments are in accordance with all contractual and company requirements. As a part of the Operational Accounting Team, the project accountant will be working in collaboration with project analysts and project teams.

Duties & Responsibilities

1. Review Subcontractor applications, lien releases and affidavits of suppliers for accuracy and billing requirements.
2. Notify Subcontractors of missing or non-compliant billing requirements.
3. Follow up and communicate with Project Managers and Subcontractors throughout the entire payment process to completion.
4. Process subcontract payments ensuring billing requirements are met.
5. Process subcontract documents and utilize/maintain electronic filing system.
6. Verify subcontractor prevailing wage requirement when applicable.
7. Verify subcontract agreements, change orders for accuracy, and make updates to the accounting system.
8. Process job cost transfers for material, equipment and other related costs.
9. Compile invoice/documentation for monthly Owner substantiation.
10. General Accounting and administrative duties as assigned.
11. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Requirements

1. Must be team-oriented and work within a “shared inbox” system.
2. 1+ years of accounting administrative experience.
3. 1+ years of accounts payable construction background.
4. Strong written and verbal communication skills.
5. 1 year experience working with Excel.
6. Ability to work independently, take initiative, set priorities and see projects through to completion.
7. Attention to detail, strong time management and organizational skills required.
8. Excellent commitment to customer service.
9. GCPay Online billing platform knowledge a plus.
10. CMIC experience a plus.

Benefits and Perks

1. Medical, dental, and life insurance for employee.
2. Paid vacation.
3. Paid holidays.
4. Paid sick leave.
5. 401k.
6. Continuous training and education opportunities.