Senior Project Accountant: Forecasting & Cost Control

Talentify; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 97,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k / Profit-sharing

Training & development

Job summary

Gilbane is seeking a Senior Project Accountant in the Arlington, VA area to manage project accounting, forecasting, and closeout processes across multiple projects. The role interfaces with project management, clients, and subcontractors, with primary office siting and travel to job sites as needed.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field and 6–10 years of experience, strong communication skills, and proficiency in Excel.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of budgeting, project forecasting, cost control, and project profitability.
• Ability to learn construction management and payment management software.

Responsibilities

• Manages contracts, amendments, insurance, bonds, SOV, Files, and Co Policies
• Conducts timely and accurate reviews 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
• Evaluates change management for reporting inconsistencies
• Ensures timely management of accounts receivable and payables
• Manages the project financial closeout process
• Develops and maintains positive professional relationships both internally and externally
• Coaches and mentors less experienced team members
• Reviews and understands cost proposals
• Understands and manages various contract types and delivery methods
• Assists the Accounting Manager or Business Controller with monthly Work in Process (WIP) process
• Stretches assignments as needed by the business such as overseeing one accountant
• Acts as an Independent Accountant during project forecast meetings to mitigate financial risk
• Supervises interns
• Supports a positive and inclusive work environment

Skills

Strong communication

Problem solving

Adaptability

Team leadership

Ownership & accountability

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Gilbane is seeking a Senior Project Accountant in the Arlington, VA area to manage project accounting, forecasting, and closeout processes across multiple projects. The role interfaces with project management, clients, and subcontractors, with primary office siting and travel to job sites as needed.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field and 6–10 years of experience, strong communication skills, and proficiency in Excel.