Project Accountant

6 days ago

Lafayette, United States Aston Carter Full time
Job Title: Project Accountant

Job Description

We are seeking a talented Project Accountant to join our team, reporting directly to the Construction Accounting Manager. This position will manage the financial activities for our construction division, complete month-end close entries and related reconciliations, and work closely with various stakeholders throughout the organization. The successful candidate must possess excellent technical and communication skills to ensure financial compliance and maximize cost efficiency. The final offer is based on qualifications which may be outside the pay range provided.

Responsibilities
  • Manage all financial aspects of construction projects, including projections, budget preparation, assist with project set-up in ERP, cost tracking and reporting.
  • Ensure that all project-related expenses are captured and aligned with projections and contract terms.
  • Perform ad-hoc project accounting for shared services with our A&E divisions.
  • Ensure that the month-end close journal entries are completed accurately within established deadlines.
  • Prepare balance sheet reconciliation with a full understanding of the underlying account activity.
  • Manage pay applications and review change orders.
  • Analyze project schedules in relation to change orders to ensure accurate timelines.
  • Investigate/resolve reconciling items, aged transactions, or discrepancies and contact appropriate individuals to gather information to propose and implement solutions.
  • Prepare adjusting journal entries and submit appropriate supporting documentation with all entries.
  • Prepare audit schedules, provide audit support, and assist the auditors in their inquiries.
  • Perform cost coding, reconcile project-related accounts, and resolve any financial discrepancies.
  • Communicate with the appropriate personnel to record missing items and correct mistakes.
  • Maintain documentation in compliance with internal and external requirements ensuring adherence to SOX controls.
  • Provide support to the overall Accounting Department assisting with special projects and analysis as needed or requested.
  • Maintain adequate records for historical look up and reference, both paper and electronic.
  • Other tasks and ad hoc requests as assigned.
Essential Skills
  • Possession of a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a closely related field
  • Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a Project Accounting role
  • Proficiency in large ERP software systems highly preferred
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
  • Thorough understanding and application of GAAP Accounting principles
  • Experience working in projects $20M and up
  • Ability to communicate with sub-contractors
  • Experience with liens and sub-liens
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Experience with a General Contractor or large multi-stage, multi-deliverable revenue generating projects
Additional Skills & Qualifications
  • CPA certification is a plus but not mandatory
Work Environment

This is a hybrid position based in our Centennial office, requiring in-office presence 2 days a week (Mondays mandatory) and remote work for the remaining 3 days. You will report directly and work closely with different project managers. Our culture values individuals who are comfortable giving advice and process improvements from the start. We seek a go-getter who is easy-going and can help clean and tidy up processes to get the business moving in the right direction.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
  • Hiring diverse talent
  • Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
  • Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
  • Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

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