About this opportunity
StevenDouglas lists this Senior Job Cost Accountant (Construction) opportunity in boca raton, Florida. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Senior Job Cost Accountant
Location: Near Boca Raton (Onsite)
Compensation: $110,000–$140,000 base + bonus
Our client is an established South Florida construction company with decades of experience and a strong track record of managing large, complex construction projects.
The company has an extremely tenured team, with numerous employees who have been there for 10–15+ years . The Finance & Accounting team works closely with Project Management and company leadership.
The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Senior Job Cost Accountant to take financial ownership of major construction projects from initial setup through completion.
This is much broader than a traditional Job Cost Accountant position.
The Senior Job Cost Accountant works side-by-side with Project Managers and clients and owns the financial side of assigned projects, including budgets, projections, billing, AP/AR, subcontractors, change orders, owner draws and monthly financial meetings.
The person joining the team will have the opportunity to work on significant South Florida developments, with typical projects exceeding $80million .
Key Responsibilities
Manage the financial aspects of multiple construction projects from setup through completion
Own project budgeting, job costing and financial reporting
Monitor project costs, commitments and financial performance
Manage project-related AP and AR
Maintain AR and AP aging
Prepare and process owner draws through payment
Manage subcontract and purchase order accounting
Process subcontractor invoices through Textura
Manage accounting for change orders
Handle NTOs, lien releases and related documentation
Work closely with Project Managers on project financials and projections
Prepare for and participate in monthly Owner Financial Meetings
Communicate directly with clients regarding project financial matters
Support and provide guidance to project support staff
Ensure project financial information is accurate and timely
What We're Looking For
Required:
4+ years of construction accounting experience
Strong general contractor and job cost accounting experience
Experience managing the financial side of construction projects
Strong understanding of project budgets, AP/AR, draws, subcontractors, change orders and job costing
Strong Excel and accounting systems skills
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Strong communication skills
Ability to work directly with Project Managers and clients
Associate degree or equivalent relevant experience
Preferred:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or Business
Sage Intacct experience
Textura experience
Procore experience
Experience supporting large-scale commercial construction projects
Benefits
100% company-paid employee health insurance
Spouse coverage available at employee cost
Dental and vision available
401(k) eligibility after one year
Two weeks of vacation initially, with additional vacation earned over time
Flexibility when personal or family situations arise
Worksite address
boca raton, FL, 33481, US
Who can apply
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