Project Accountant (Construction industry exp NEEDED) - Wakefield, MA

Pivotal Solutions; Wakefield (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Pivotal Solutions is seeking a Project Accountant to manage day-to-day accounting for our construction projects. You will own all accounting functions and collaborate with the Operations team to ensure accurate financials and timely reporting.

You will prepare requisitions, track billings and cash flow, and support project closeout. The ideal candidate has 4+ years in accounting, a Bachelor's in Accounting, strong Excel skills, and experience with Viewpoint Spectrum.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• 4+ years relevant experience in Accounting or Finance related position.
• Relationship driven.
• Detail-oriented.
• Experience with Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with Viewpoint Spectrum or Construction ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, post and track the monthly requisitions to the owner
• Participate in project forecast updates - CTC/WIP - with Project Managers/Project Engineers
• Monitor/track any over/under billings and work with Project Manager and/or Project Engineer
• Monitor for any potential high-risk projects and work with project management for plan/resolution
• Identify potential job exposures and write-offs
• Procure to Pay - be responsible for processing subcontractor requisitions
• Ensure the subcontractor is complying with terms and conditions of the contract (i.e. insurance, lien releases, waivers, billing procedures, CPR, etc.)
• Monitor and track the cash position of the projects
• Reconciliation with Project Managers/Project Engineers for project closeout
• Responsible for the understanding of owner contracts and subcontracts regarding payment terms and required documents
• Work closely with the Project Managers, Project Engineers and Superintendents on all facets of project accounting and administration
• Manage cash collection for the project in conjunction with the Project Manager as well as prepare Cash Forecasts
• Participate in owner, subcontractor and project meetings as required

Skills

Excel

Relationship-driven

Detail-oriented

Accounting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Viewpoint Spectrum

Construction ERP systems

Job description

As a Project Accountant, you will manage the the day-to-day accounting of construction projects. Working collaboratively with our Operations team, you will own all accounting functions as it pertains to our construction projects. A successful individual in this role will be someone who develops strong relationships, both internally and externally, completes work thoroughly and timely, and upholds budgetary financials.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare, post and track the monthly requisitions to the owner
• Participate in project forecast updates - CTC/WIP - with Project Managers/Project Engineers
• Monitor/track any over/under billings and work with Project Manager and/or Project Engineer
• Monitor for any potential high-risk projects and work with project management for plan/resolution
• Identify potential job exposures and write-offs
• Procure to Pay - be responsible for processing subcontractor requisitions
• Ensure the subcontractor is complying with terms and conditions of the contract (i.e. insurance, lien releases, waivers, billing procedures, CPR, etc.),
• Monitor and track the cash position of the projects
• Reconciliation with Project Managers/Project Engineers for project closeout
• Responsible for the understanding of owner contracts and subcontracts regarding payment terms and required documents
• Work closely with the Project Managers, Project Engineers and Superintendents on all facets of project accounting and administration
• Manage cash collection for the project in conjunction with the Project Manager as well as prepare Cash Forecasts
• Participate in owner, subcontractor and project meetings as required

Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• 4+ years relevant experience in Accounting or Finance related position
• Relationship driven
• Detail-oriented
• Experience with Microsoft Excel
• Experience with Viewpoint Spectrum or Construction ERP systems