Project Accountant

Southland Industries • Las Vegas, NV • 4h ago

Position Summary

The Project Accountant is responsible for coordinating all phases of the construction job costing process including categorizing, recording, analyzing and monitoring costs and billings associated with a large construction project. This position also assures vendor compliance in order to manage project risk. This role is assigned to a large construction project, working closely with the Project Manager to assure timely and accurate accounting and risk management throughout the project life cycle.

Position Details

Compiles, prepares and analyzes monthly project billings per contract requirements.

Performs financial analysis and reconciliation of project costs versus project budget.

Processes project accounts payable and subcontracts payable.

Manages vendor compliance, insurance, lien waivers, retention and W-9s

Produces and analyzes job performance and profitability through jobs cost tracking reports.

Assists in preparation of status reports and maintains accurate project statuses and budget information in COINs.

Identifies and resolves basic and more complex project-related accounting issues and resolves in a timely manner.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance preferred or equivalent experience

3-5 years' of project accounting experience preferred

Strong accounting knowledge

Strong organization skills with high level of attention to detail

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Strong customer service skills

Strong analytical skills

Strong ability to prioritize and multi-task

Proven ability to meet tight deadlines and work under pressure

Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion

Computer proficiency and technical aptitude with intermediate to expert level ability to utilize MS Word, Excel, Power Point, etc. required

Benefits

As a 100% employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family:

401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting

Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee)

Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability

Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance

Disability income protection insurance

Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)

Paid parental leave

Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time

Training/professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses

Wellness benefits

About Southland Industries

As one of the nation's largest MEP companies, Southland Industries is built on the foundation of great people. Since 1949, we have put our people first, enabling growth, professional achievement, and innovation. If you want to join a fast-paced environment where you're engaged, challenged, and valued, apply now to join our dynamic team.

To learn more about careers at Southland, explore our career opportunities (https://southlandind.foleon.com/experienced-professionals/brochure/) , follow us on social media (https://www.linkedin.com/company/22132/?trk=tyah) , and check out our website (https://southlandind.com/) .

Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Contingent Employment: All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks. Roles that include driving as an essential job duty will be required to have a successful Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR). We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time.

External Agency Announcement : Its Southland Industries' policy not to accept candidate submissions from recruiting agencies without an active and authorized work order. Candidate ownership can only be established after a bona fide work order is issued by a member of the Southland Industries Talent Acquisition team and the candidate is appropriately submitted through our Applicant Tracking System (ATS).

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