Project Accountant (Construction)

ZipRecruiter; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in commercial construction is seeking a Project Accountant to join their Operational Accounting Team. This role involves managing subcontract payables and collaborating with project teams to ensure compliance with billing requirements. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounts payable within the construction sector, excellent communication skills, and a keen attention to detail. With a commitment to customer service and the ability to work independently, you will play a crucial role in supporting various projects. This position offers a dynamic work environment where your contributions will be valued and recognized.

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.
• 1+ years of accounts payable construction background preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily tasks associated with various projects and subcontract payments.
• Review subcontractor applications and ensure billing requirements are met.

Skills

Accounting Administrative Experience

Accounts Payable Construction Background

Strong Written and Verbal Communication Skills

Excel

Attention to Detail

Customer Service

Tools

GCPay Online Billing Platform

CMIC

Job description

Job DescriptionJob 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

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

Qualifications & Requirements

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

Benefits and Perks

• Medical, dental, and life insurance for employee
• Paid vacation
• Paid holidays
• Paid sick leave
• 401k
• Continuous training and education opportunities