Project Accountant

Empowering People to Build What Matters - That is our mission and our legacy.

Our nearly 100 years of building communities in which we work and play, started with one man and one dream. Today, we are a company that puts People First by providing Meaningful Partnerships , insisting on making a Positive Community Impact , with Safety Always , all with a Learn-Do-Share mentality.

F.A. Wilhelm Construction is an industry leader with the culture of doing the right things for our employees, partners, clients, and community. We have an excellent reputation in the construction industry and have enjoyed steady growth and strong financial performances for many years. Wilhelm's construction professionals turn the conceptual, and sometimes seemingly impossible, into fully completed, innovative spaces where life happens.

We are looking for the right person to join our team as a Project Accountant. Is that you? If so, we want to talk to you!

Location: Indianapolis, IN
Work Arrangement: Full-time onsite. No remote or hybrid options available.

Responsibilities

As a Project Accountant, your key responsibility will be to serve as a vital team member associated with accurately and consistently completing the accounting functions for the assigned project.

• Process Owner billings timely and accurately each month
• Work with Project Managers to ensure owner billings are prepared per contract requirements, and all associated schedules are completed, while maintaining job cost estimates and change orders in the system.
• Review and process vendor invoices and subcontractor AIA billings.
• Manage Subcontractor contracts, billings, and required documents.
• Manage approval process and project cash flow for weekly check runs.
• Manage time effectively to ensure completion of all duties and tasks assigned.
• Ensure that deadlines are met in accordance with closings.

Key Attributes

• Comfortable at the table with all levels of leadership
• Collaborator
• Integrity
• Organized and systematic
• Proactive Problem Solver with outstanding interpersonal skills
• Commitment to Excellence

What it Takes

• Minimum 3 years' experience in construction accounting is preferred.
• Knowledge of AIA Documents.
• Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically Microsoft Excel.
• Familiarity with Lien waivers, sworn statements, and XBE reporting.
• Experience using a Job Cost ERP System is a plus. Viewpoint is preferred.
• High level of organization and attention to detail with excellent written and verbal communication.

F.A. Wilhelm offers a unique opportunity for the right person to experience a variety of project work. Working at F.A Wilhelm, you can expect:

• A competitive compensation package.
• A comprehensive benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, and 401K match.
• Basic life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance is paid for by F.A Wilhelm.
• Discretionary yearly bonus program.
• A generous PTO bank.