About this opportunity
Southland Industries lists this Sr. Project Accountant opportunity in brandywine, Maryland. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Position Summary
The Senior 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 as well as several smaller less complex projects. 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 for more complex accounts.
Monitors budgets and commitments, processing subcontractor and vendor invoices, preparing drafts of owner invoices, and resolving issues.
Partners with the project manager and other team members to monitor overall job financial status.
Collaborates by preparing for and attending progress and division meetings.
Prepares monthly reports with current estimates and identifies risks or opportunities.
Prepares special analyses as required.
Serves as mentor and provides training to or supervise less-experienced Project Accountants.
Qualifications
Excellent accounting knowledge
Excellent organization skills with high level of attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to transfer knowledge to junior level staff
Excellent ability to meet tight deadlines and work under pressure
Excellent to analyze and resolve difficult issues
Excellent ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion
Excellent computer proficiency and technical aptitude with intermediate to expert level ability to utilize MS Word, Excel, Power Point, Access, etc. required
Ability to remain flexible in a rapidly changing environment
Ability to work independently with minimum supervision
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent preferred
5+ years of Project Accounting experience preferred
Experience in construction preferred
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.
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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.
Pay
Final pay is determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. For Maryland this ranges from $99,427.00 - $117,504.00 plus annual incentive, benefits, and retirement program as outlined above.
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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