Project Accountant

POSITION SUMMARY

KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Analyzes and resolves accounting issues to ensure accuracy in project reporting as a key member of the project team while meeting contractual agreements and accounting standards to process payables in compliance to ensure accurate allocations and payment
• Reconciles job cost to ensure appropriate cost is billed to the owner and communicate contributing factors of over/under variances to project team for follow-up
• Performs monthly pay applications to owner and provides additional required reporting
• Routinely performs reconciliation of A/R accounts in accordance to Barton Malow’s standards and provides monthly billing accruals. Conducts accounts receivable audits on aged accounts and coordinates corrective action with project team
• Affords assistance in project budget set up while supporting and reviewing the accuracy of mark-ups and price conditions.
• Understands and analyzes forecasting and cost review with teams, while identifying the risk and effect on monthly financials and project reporting.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance preferred
• Ability to effectively communicate with both internal and external partners
• Balance project team role with PFC group fiduciary responsibilities
• Ability to analyze, identify and resolve issues with accounts receivable and payable
• Effective time management, organization skills and attention to detail. Ability to multi-task, prioritize activities and work under pressure.
• Ability to recognize and communicate project risks and analyze various methods and types of project deliveries