Construction Project Accountant
Build Group, Inc · San Francisco, CA
- On site
- Full-time
- $75,000 / year
- San Francisco, CA
Job highlights
- Handle project accounting, reporting, and administration.
- Collaborate with Project Managers and internal teams.
- Manage subcontractor invoices and owner billings.
- Ensure compliance with contracts and regulations.
- Requires 5+ years construction accounting experience.
About the role
Project Accountant
The Project Accountant will work closely with Project Management on all areas of project accounting, reporting, subcontracting and administrative issues. The Project Accountant will report directly to the Area Controller. The successful candidate must have the ability to multi-task, see the big picture, be detail-oriented and have previous construction accounting experience. This position is on-site.
Responsibilities
Hands on transactional, compliance and reporting functions including, but not limited to:
- Effectively communicate with clients, internal team, trades, lenders and corporate accounting.
- Gain understanding of key contract terms and conditions related to finance and accounting to assist in both compliance and risk management.
- Assist in all project start-up and close-out activities, including record retention compliance.
- Work with Project Managers to review, code and approve subcontractor and supplier invoices.
- Work with Project Managers to prepare monthly owner billings, schedule of value updates, and owner change orders.
- Maintain documentation of all SOV revisions and contingency use, including back up documentation.
- Collect and record all pre-lien and lien tracking, including obtaining proper required lien waivers.
- Track subcontractor insurance and licensing compliance.
- Prepare, code and process expense reports.
Requirements
- 5+ years’ experience in construction accounting
- Strong analytical skills with strong attention to detail.
- Adherence to company policy and procedures and strong use of systems
- Exceptional ability to multi-task, prioritize and execute completion of tasks with quality.
- Ability to work independently, exercise discretion, apply common sense, and ask for help or clarification when needed.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills to create concise, clear emails and presentation of work.
- Solid computer skills, with proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel.
- Experience in construction accounting software such as Timberline and Textura a plus.
This position description is a summary and not a complete representation of the position; the essential functions of the position may change as duties are assigned.
Information for Recruiters and Agencies/Staffing Firms
Build Group does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Please do not forward unsolicited agency resumes to our website or to any Build Group employee. Build Group will not pay fees to any third-party agency or firm and will not be responsible for any agency fees associated with unsolicited resumes. Unsolicited resumes received will be considered the property of Build Group.
Notice to California Residents/Applicants
In connection with your application, we collect information that identifies, reasonably relates to, or describes you (“Personal Information”). The categories of Personal Information that we collect include your name, government issued identification number(s), email address, mailing address, other contact information, employment history, educational history, and demographic information. We collect and use those categories of Personal Information about you for human resources and other business management purposes, including identifying and evaluating you as a candidate for potential or future employment or future contract positions, recordkeeping in relation to recruiting and hiring, conducting criminal background checks as permitted by law, conducting analytics, and ensuring compliance with applicable legal requirements and Company policies.
Equal Opportunity Employment
Build Group provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment, free from unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other status or condition protected by local, state or federal law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, training, orientation, placement, discipline, promotion, transfer, position elimination, rehire, benefits, compensation, retirement and termination. As an equal employment employer, Build Group seeks to hire employees based solely on their qualifications and abilities.
Key skills/competency
- Construction Accounting
- Project Accounting
- Financial Reporting
- Subcontractor Management
- Invoice Processing
- Lien Waivers
- Compliance
- Risk Management
- MS Excel
- Timberline/Textura
Skills & topics
- Construction Project Accountant
- Project Accounting
- Construction Accounting
- Financial Reporting
- Subcontractor Management
- Invoice Processing
- Lien Waivers
- Compliance
- MS Excel
- Timberline
- Textura
- Accounting
- Finance
- Job
- Hiring
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight construction accounting experience, analytical skills, and software proficiency.
- Craft a targeted cover letter: Emphasize your ability to multitask, attention to detail, and communication skills.
- Showcase your system skills: Detail your experience with MS Office, especially Excel, and any construction accounting software.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your experience with project start-up, close-out, and compliance.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What is the primary responsibility of a Construction Project Accountant at Build Group, Inc.?
- The primary responsibility of a Construction Project Accountant at Build Group, Inc. is to manage all areas of project accounting, reporting, subcontracting, and administrative issues in close collaboration with Project Management.
- What qualifications are essential for the Construction Project Accountant role at Build Group, Inc.?
- Essential qualifications include over 5 years of experience in construction accounting, strong analytical and detail-oriented skills, proficiency in MS Office (especially Excel), and the ability to multitask effectively. Experience with Timberline and Textura is a plus.
- Is this a remote or on-site position at Build Group, Inc.?
- This Construction Project Accountant position is an on-site role, requiring the candidate to work from the company's physical location.
- What kind of software experience is beneficial for a Construction Project Accountant at Build Group, Inc.?
- While proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel, is required, experience with construction accounting software such as Timberline and Textura is considered a plus for this role.
- How does Build Group, Inc. handle unsolicited resumes from agencies for the Project Accountant position?
- Build Group, Inc. does not accept unsolicited agency resumes and will not pay fees to third-party agencies for such submissions. Unsolicited resumes are considered the property of Build Group.
- What are the key reporting duties for the Construction Project Accountant at Build Group, Inc.?
- Key reporting duties include preparing monthly owner billings, schedule of value updates, and owner change orders, as well as maintaining documentation for SOV revisions and contingency use.
- Does Build Group, Inc. collect personal information from applicants for the Construction Project Accountant role?
- Yes, in accordance with California law, Build Group, Inc. collects Personal Information such as name, contact details, employment history, and education for human resources and business management purposes related to hiring.