Job Cost Accountant (JCA)

Reports to: General Manager

About the role

Manage all phases of job costing within RMS and QuickBooks Accounting Software. Maintain all accounting, computer, and financial records for the franchise in conjunction with a CPA. Be empathetic and show a sense of urgency while communicating through modern technology. When the owner is not available, manage the daily operations of the franchise as needed.

At Paul Davis, we help homeowners put their lives together after a traumatic event. If you can perform in stressful situations, have excellent communication skills, knowledge of accounting, debits and credits, QuickBooks, and would enjoy the reward of working in a fast-paced environment, this role is for you. The Job Cost Accountant works with owners and the office staff to ensure that all jobs are costed properly, accurately, and follow the guidelines for job cost accounting. You will practice continuous improvement every day as you establish rapport with insurance carriers, customers, vendors, subcontractors, adjusters, agents, and fellow team members.

Responsibilities

• Work cohesively with another job cost accountant to provide public relations, establishing rapport with insurance carriers, customers, vendors, subcontractors, adjusters, agents, and fellow employees.
• Focus on and dedicate yourself to providing excellent customer service.
• Assist other team members when needed and foster positive working relationships with other departments.
• Be a great representative of the Paul Davis brand.
• Collect information by possessing strong listening and communication skills, asking questions, and monitoring various aspects of the business to detect problems.
• Manage all phases of job costing within RMS and QuickBooks.
• Manage the daily operations of the franchise as needed when the owner is not available.
• Maintain all accounting, computer, and financial records.
• Request and maintain updated Workplace Safety certificates and insurance coverage for subcontractors.
• Enter timesheets and process payroll.

Requirements

• Desire to join a world-class team and contribute a positive attitude.
• Dedication to customer service.
• Organized but flexible; must be able to prioritize and manage time.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Fluent in English.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean record.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and overtime if needed.
• Desire to continually learn new things.

Benefits

• Bonus based on performance
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Pay

$52,000.00 per year (negotiable depending on experience).