Project Cost Accountant

Primary Responsibilities

• Create, maintain and update job cost master tables for assigned projects.
• Maintain all project-related records, including executed contracts, subcontracts, bonding documents, final pay notices, etc.
• Ensure adequate documentation is received to proceed with change orders, and all final documents are received and attached to the job.
• Provide the required supporting documents to recognize both revenue and costs for pending change orders not yet formally executed.
• Maintain project budgets and cost projections in the accounting system as provided by the PM.
• Investigate variances and support PMs in reporting those variances.
• Submit request for job cost transfer if errors have been identified through research of job cost metrics above.
• Works with corporate accounting to close jobs once final audit has been completed, ensuring all open invoices have been processed and billed.
• Provide any supplemental reporting / documentation as requested.
• Complete job billings and pay applications timely and accurately according to contract terms; accuracy is a must and any discrepancies between core billing system (VISTA) and job specific billing method must be tracked and documented to ensure proper billings and reconciliations occur.
• Works with the PM to capture all costs (approved and unapproved) to include in billings where appropriate.

Qualifications

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite; strong excel and general computer skills.
• Strong leadership skills and attention to detail a must; must be meticulous with final work products.
• Ability to work independently and handle changing priorities in a high-volume transactional environment, proven success multi-tasking.
• Highly motivated and dedicated to contributing to the growth and success of the company.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Gain internal customer trust and rapport through effective work delivery, demeanor and interpersonal skills.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business from an accredited college or university required.
• 1-3 years of experience in project or cost accounting required.
• Construction industry experience a plus.