Accountant

About the role

The Accountant position at Hensel Phelps involves preparing, analyzing, and implementing payroll transactions, monitoring taxes, and maintaining accurate records. Key responsibilities include reviewing and reconciling payroll reports, processing invoices, and coordinating with various departments.

Responsibilities

• Prepares, analyzes, and implements payroll transactions in a timely manner.
• Analyzes payroll reports, statements, and records to ensure accuracy.
• Evaluates and implements appropriate payroll policies and controls.
• Coordinates payroll matters with other departments and vendors.
• Supports other accounting functions such as accounts payable and receivable.
• Reviews project time to ensure accurate posting to projects.
• Maintains cost controls and labor recaps in conjunction with the Project Manager and Project Superintendent.

Requirements

• Well-organized and self-starter with strong organizational and time management skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills, basic accounting principles knowledge, documentation skills, research and resolution skills, data analysis, and multi-tasking skills.
• Ability to work independently and with a team in a fast-paced and high-volume environment.
• Ability to interact with employees and vendors in a professional manner.
• Ability to perform mathematical computations quickly and accurately.
• Strong communication skills.
• Knowledge of construction accounting, principles of basic report preparation, principles and procedures of financial record keeping and reporting.
• Business or Accounting degree preferred, but not required.
• 2+ years of relevant experience preferred.
• College courses in accounting preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work 40 hours per week and overtime as needed.
• May require specific badging or other security requirements, which may involve background checks.
• Computer software - Microsoft Office Suite.
• Willingness to work in a light work environment with occasional lifting and standing.

Skills

• Microsoft Office Suite proficiency.
• Basic accounting principles and report preparation.
• Financial record keeping and reporting.
• Mathematical computations and data analysis.
• Communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Medical insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Accidental death & dismemberment coverage.
• Long-term disability coverage.
• 401(K) retirement plan.
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Paid time off.
• Annual bonus plan.
• Company-paid vision and dental insurance.
• Vehicle or vehicle allowance.
• Cost of living adjustment (COLA).

Pay

Compensation details are confidential and not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

Hours are flexible and can vary based on project demands, but typically 40 hours per week with potential for overtime.

Benefits

• Medical insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Accidental death & dismemberment coverage.
• Long-term disability coverage.
• 401(K) retirement plan.
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Paid time off.
• Annual bonus plan.
• Company-paid vision and dental insurance.
• Vehicle or vehicle allowance.
• Cost of living adjustment (COLA).

Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer

Hensel Phelps is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and affirmative action to increase employment opportunities for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.