Project Accountant - Rapid Progression

Authority, Scope and Basic Function

Responsible for the day-to-day implementation of various accounting systems and controls to properly account for and protect company assets, which involves maintenance of the general ledger and Project costing records including preparation of journal entries, review and reconciliation of general ledger accounts, set up and maintenance of Project records, cost accounting and collections. Perform analysis and prepare various accounting and tracking reports as necessary.

Essential Duties and Principal Responsibilities

Project Accounting:

·Set up and maintain Project records in the accounting and tracking systems

·Coordinate with Project Managers and the Production department to properly track and record Project costs - assist with cost analysis and reporting as required

·Prepare, issue and book monthly Project billings timely and with appropriate client forms / documentation (may include lien waivers, subcontractor/supplier statements, or certified payroll reporting) - follow up with clients to facilitate the timely processing of billings and make revisions as appropriate

·Handle day-to-day correspondence and telephone procedures relating to overdue accounts receivable, including retentions, and the protection thereof.

·Research State lien requirements, file project pre-liens and liens as deemed necessary

·Coordinate processing and payment of subcontractor payment applications with Project Managers, ensuring that all reporting requirements have been met by the sub

·Receive and file executed subcontractor/supplier waivers and pass on to the client as needed

·Coordinate with the Manager of Contract Administration on lien releases, project close-out requests, overdue receivables, and various state laws.

·Synchronize with Novum personnel in international offices on intercompany project as needed.

Other/General:

·Calculate, prepare and enter general daily and monthly journal entries and job cost postings

·Perform account analysis and reconciliations, including bank statements, job costing, inventory, and general ledger accounts - researching and correcting account discrepancies

·Process general accounts payable invoices

·Assist with audit fieldwork for annual financial audit

·Monitor cost variances and assist with the implementation of cost standards for materials and labor

Qualifications / Requirements

·Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (or equivalent education)

·1 to 3 years of accounting experience

·Strong technology skills and experience in Microsoft Office (especially Excel) – experience in Microsoft D365 a plus