Sr. Project Accountant

Wainwright Talent Partners; Burlington (MA); Vor Ort; USD 80.000 - 110.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Burlington, Massachusetts-based Senior Project Accountant role partnering with Project Managers to monitor and report on the financial performance of projects. This position emphasizes accuracy, compliance, and profitability across billing, costs, and cash flow.

The role requires close collaboration with PMs to ensure smooth financial operations, adherence to contract terms, and timely financial insights throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field required.
• 3-5 years of related experience in project accounting.
• Proficient with MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and construction management software.
• Detail oriented with strong communication and presentation skills.

Aufgaben

• Project Billing & Pay Applications: prepare and process monthly owner requisitions per contract terms.
• Develop and maintain the Schedule of Values (SOV) and review subcontractor requisitions.
• Process change orders in Clear Story and ensure alignment with scope and budget.
• Accounts Payable & Disbursements: review invoices and manage weekly disbursements.
• Support budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting; monitor cash position.
• Ensure contract compliance and internal controls; provide financial guidance to PMs.

Kenntnisse

Detail oriented

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Construction management software

Jobbeschreibung

Burlington, Massachusetts, United States

Position Summary

The Senior Project Accountant partners closely with Project Managers on all aspects of project accounting and administration. This role plays a critical part in monitoring, analyzing, and reporting on the financial performance of projects to ensure accuracy, compliance, and profitability.

Responsibilities

• Project Billing & Pay Applications
• Prepare and process monthly owner requisitions in accordance with contract terms and billing schedules
• Develop, maintain, and update the project Schedule of Values (SOV)
• Review, process, and track subcontractor requisitions
• Process and manage change orders in Clear Story, ensuring alignment with approved scope and budget
• Accounts Payable & Disbursements
• Review and process vendor invoices and subcontractor requisitions
• Select and verify invoices for inclusion in the weekly disbursement cycle
• Process labor and accounts payable job cost transfers
• Support vendor and subcontractor buyout from a financial and contract compliance perspective
• Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Reporting
• Process and maintain project budget updates
• Assist Project Management with monthly project forecasts, including validation of projected fees and percent complete
• Monitor project cash position and complete monthly cash position analysis
• Prepare project cash flow forecasts to support financial planning and decision-making
• Contract Compliance & Controls
• Manage compliance with contractual terms and conditions, including certificates of insurance, bonds, lien waivers, and billing procedures
• Ensure billing, change order, and payment processes comply with contract requirements and internal controls
• Partner closely with Project Managers to provide ongoing project financial support and guidance
• Track, analyze, and report on project financial performance throughout the project lifecycle
• Support Project Management in resolving financial issues related to scope changes, cash flow, and cost controls

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or other relevant field.
• 3-5 years of related experience.
• Strong knowledge of MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and construction management software.
• Detail oriented and able to meet deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
• Candidate must possess company Core Values: Find a Way, Fun & Humble, Show You Care, and Succeed as a Team.