Staff Accountant

SUMMARY:
Exciting opportunity to join a well-established and growing organization! This role will provide experience with full cycle accounting, with a focus on G/L and project accounting. The Staff Accountant will be responsible for the accounting and financial reporting of multiple construction jobs. RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage the process of reviewing and verifying construction draw requests from contractors and subcontractors.
• Analyze draw requests to ensure accuracy and compliance with project budgets, contracts, and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to gather necessary documentation and approvals for draw processing.
• Prepare and submit draw packages to lenders or funding sources in accordance with established timelines.
• Conduct thorough financial analysis of construction projects, including cost tracking, budget variances, and forecasting.
• Prepare comprehensive reports detailing project financial performance, draw status, and any discrepancies or issues identified.
• Collaborate with the finance team to reconcile project budgets, expenditures, and accounting records.
• Assist in preparing financial statements and other regulatory reporting requirements related to construction projects.
• Maintain accurate and organized documentation for construction draws, contracts, change orders, and payment approvals.
• Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards, regulations, and internal policies throughout the drawing process.
• Assist in audits and reviews by providing documentation, explanations, and support as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• 2+ years of construction, project finance or government contracting accounting experience
• Construction based accounting software experience, MRI, Viewpoint, or Sage 300 ideal
• Experience in AP, AR, GL, Project cost accounting and monthly close process
• Experience in MS Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Excellent communication skills
• Flexible, willing, team player attitude
• Detail oriented
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task

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