Project Accountant II

Gilbane Building; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive health and welfare benefits

Generous profit-sharing/401k plan

Job summary

Gilbane Building is looking for a mid-level Accountant II in Philadelphia County. The role involves project accounting, financial forecasting, and managing project financial closeout. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field and 3-8 years of experience. Strong communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Excel are essential. Gilbane offers a comprehensive benefits package and is committed to employee growth through extensive training programs.

Qualifications

• 3-8 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively and listen to understand.

Responsibilities

• Manages contracts, amendments, insurance, and bonds.
• Sets up project financial forecasts for reporting needs.
• Ensures timely management of accounts receivable and payables.
• Reviews Work in Process (WIP) on assigned projects.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word

Ability to learn construction management and payment management software

Knowledge of the overall project execution process

Knowledge of construction industry insurance products

Ability to solve problems

Ability to demonstrate agility and adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field

Job description

Overview

Are you looking for a highly rewarding opportunity that provides extensive career growth opportunity? Gilbane is seeking an Accountant II that is a mid-level professional capable of fulfilling the project accounting and project financial forecasting requirements of small to mid-sized jobs, including day-to-day interface with project management, client and subcontractor personnel. This role will sit primarily in the office, but travel to the project job sites meeting with the project teams and subcontractors.

Responsibilities

• Manages contracts, amendments, insurance, bonds, SOV, Files, and Co Policies
• Conducts timely and accurate review of requisitions and lien waivers
• Sets up and properly formats project financial forecasts to meet both the internal team and client reporting needs
• Manages monthly project forecast meetings and maintains accurate ETCs for labor and expenses
• Ensures timely management of accounts receivable and payables
• Manages the project financial closeout process
• Develops and maintains positive professional relationships both internally and externally
• Assists with the development of contract abstracts
• Assists with internal and external audits while responding as directed
• Reviews Work in Process (WIP) on assigned projects and thoroughly understands and explains variances and balances

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field
• 3-8 years of experience
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Ability to learn construction management and payment management software
• Knowledge of the overall project execution process including budgeting, project forecasting, cost control, schedule, anticipated cost, and project profitability
• Knowledge of construction industry insurance products and construction pricing components
• Ability to communicate effectively, listen to understand, and can clearly convey information in all forms based on the audience to ensure shared meaning of the message
• Acts inclusively by ensuring that actions and behaviors are respectful, shows empathy and treats others with dignity; leverages capabilities and insights of individuals with diverse perspectives, abilities, and motivation
• Ability to solve problems by identifying, prioritizing, and implementing alternatives for a solution
• Demonstrates agility and adaptability by maintaining effectiveness and adjusting to change by exploring the rationale, trying new approaches, and collaborating with others to make the change successful
• Ability to show passion and commitment while delivering on business outcomes; ability to create a sense of individual ownership and accountability
• Ability to identify opportunities for new and improved ways of doing things that result in value added, unique and differentiated solutions

Salary to be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience of the applicant, as well as the internal equity and alignment with the team.

Gilbane offers an excellent total compensation package which includes competitive health and welfare benefits and a generous profit-sharing/401k plan. We invest in our employees’ education and have built Gilbane University into a top training organization in the construction industry. Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.

Gilbane is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status.