Project Accountant

Essential Responsibilities

• Responsible for processing subcontractor billings and all material invoices for the project.
• Prepare and submit certified payroll reports using ElationsTrack and review subcontractor certified payroll submissions.
• Support corporate craft payroll department in the processing of union payroll new hire paperwork, time entry, payroll check processing, etc.
• Affirm compliance with applicable federal, state, and local payroll, wage and hour laws and best practices.
• Afford support to payroll audits as needed.
• Support other departmental projects, data requests, compliance requirements as needed.
• Provide outstanding service through timely and effective follow-ups and communications with both internal and external customers.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, or General Business Management is preferred.
• At least three (3) years of accounting and/or office management experience in the construction, engineering, or architectural field required.
• Experience with cost accounting, AP/AR functions, contract administration, invoice processing/auditing, and its relationship within the construction industry.
• Experience in similar accounting role within the construction industry preferred.

Position Related Skills

• Proficient in Windows and Microsoft Office 365 (Excel, Word, Outlook, Power Point and Teams).
• Working knowledge of JDE or similar ERP platform preferred.
• Working knowledge of Elation Systems and certified payroll compliance/submission preferred.
• Excellent time-management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work while frequently interrupted by phone calls and questions on work in progress.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with an ability to develop strong interpersonal relationships.
• Detail oriented with exceptional organizational skills.
• Ability to work well in a large professional setting.
• Patience and professionalism are essential.
• Must be a strong team player with the ability to collaborate with various personnel within and across departments and at all levels of leadership.

Physical And Mental Requirements

• Standing/Walking/Sitting: Workday is combination of sitting/walking and standing.
• Legs: Must be able to climb stairs - 20% of day.
• Hands/Arms: Constant use of hands/fingers for mouse/keyboard/computer use.
• Visual Acuity: Near, mid and far range vision.
• Color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, hand/eye coordination.
• Hearing: Sufficient to hear conversational levels in person and over the telephone and radio; sufficient to hear alarms on equipment.
• Speech: Sufficient to make oneself heard in person, speak in front of groups, and be understood over the telephone and radio.
• Lift/Carry: Up to 50lb computer/drawings- minimal.
• Bending/Twisting: Minimal.
• Kneeling/Crouching/Crawling: Minimal.