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JE Dunn Construction lists this Project Accountant opportunity in tempe, Arizona. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Project Accountant
nLocation:
nTempe, AZ, US, 85281
nBest People + Right Culture. These are the driving forces behind JE Dunn's success.
nBy hiring inspired people, giving them interesting and challenging work, enabling them with innovative tools, and letting them share in the company's rewards, we've found a sustainable way to grow in our industry for the last 100+ years.
nRole Summary
nThe Project Accountant will be responsible for performing basic to intermediate level accounting duties of assigned project(s), including transactional accounting and complex invoicing, as well as analyzing financial information and preparing financial reports to support the operations team of the assigned project(s). All activities will be performed in support of the strategy, vision and values of JE Dunn.
nKey Role Responsibilities - Core
nPROJECT ACCOUNTING FAMILY - CORE
nnnPrepares, examines and analyzes project cost accounting records and reports.
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nnPerforms any necessary cost transfers to accurately record job cost activity.
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nnAssists project team with interpreting financial key performance indicators.
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nnPrepares owner billing in compliance with the terms and conditions of the owner contract, on a monthly, interim or milestone basis.
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nnCompiles all required back-up documentation for owner billings.
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nnOversees the processing of trade partner pay applications timely and provides initial review for mechanical accuracy of the billings.
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nnMonitors status of owner payment for compliance with contract terms and follow up as needed.
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nnAssists with month-end reconciliation, including unbilled reports.
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nnProvides additional analytical support regarding project status and performance as needed.
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nnAssists in preparation of project-specific audits by providing documentation and backup required by external auditors.
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nnAssists Project Manager in closing projects and contracts once project is complete and all costs are billed and collected.
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nnConducts final review of all project financials to ensure billings and cost budgets are complete and ready to close.
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nnIdentifies opportunities for process improvements and establishes appropriate documentation.
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n nKnowledge, Skills & Abilities
nnnAbility to perform work accurately and completely, and in a timely manner.
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nnBasic understanding of construction contracts.
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nnCommunication skills, verbal and written.
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nnProficiency in MS Office with emphasis on strong Excel skills.
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nnProficiency with ERP and payment workflow systems.
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nnProficiency with Bluebeam Revue.
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nnAbility to follow up on inquiries in a timely manner.
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nnAbility to understand and implement best practice standards.
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nnAbility to quickly and effectively solve complex problems.
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nnAbility to articulate issues in the ERP system to the IT team.
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nnAbility to deliver quality through attention to detail.
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nnOrganizational skills.
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nnListening skills.
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nnAbility to respond quickly and efficiently, within 24 hours.
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nnAbility to build relationships with team members that transcend a project.
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nnAbility to build relationships and collaborate within a team, internally and externally.
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n nEducation
nnnBachelor's degree in finance or accounting (Required).
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nnIn lieu of the above requirements, equivalent relevant experience will be considered.
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n nExperience
nn2+ years accounting experience in construction or related industry with project cost accounting (Preferred).
n nWorking Environment
nnnMust be able to lift up to 10 pounds
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nnTypically travel is not required
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nnNormal office environment or jobsite office
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nnFrequent activity: Sitting, Viewing Computer Screen
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nnOccasional activity: Standing, Walking, Bending, Reaching above Shoulder
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n nBenefits Information
nThe benefits package aligned to this position is Professional Non-Union. Please click the link below for more details.
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nThis role is expected to accept applications for at least three business days and may continue to be posted until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.
nJE Dunn Construction is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. JE Dunn Construction is a background screening, drug-free workplace.
nJE Dunn provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation in order to apply for a job, please submit your request to
nJE Dunn Construction Company does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of JE Dunn Construction without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of JE Dunn Construction Company. Please, no phone calls or emails.
nFor this opportunity, JE Dunn Construction will not sponsor an applicant for work visa status or employment authorization, nor will we offer any immigration-related support for this position (including but not limited to H-1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN-1 or TN-2, E-3, O-1, or future sponsorship for U.S. lawful permanent residence status.)
nRequisition ID: 63255
nWhy People Work Here
nAt JE Dunn we offer our employees an inspired place to enrich their life and the lives of those around them
nBuilding on our rich history, our employee owners are shaping the future of JE Dunn. In our team-focused environment we do life together and are generously rewarded for our efforts
nAbout JE Dunn
nFor more information on who we are, clickhere. (
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nNearest Major Market: Phoenix
Worksite address
tempe, AZ, 85285, US
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