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Construction Project Accountant

Benderson

Construction Project Accountant

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

  1. Project Cost Setup and Budget Management:


  • Set up projects to separate costs by accounting category, such as Site, Building/Shell, and Interior.
  • Establish and document all budget and cost analysis procedures.
  • Ensure budgets are accurately entered into the MRI system and aligned with project plans and cost codes.
  • Enter approved revisions and budget reallocations as needed.
  • Cost Oversight and Analysis:
  • Review and approve Purchase Orders (POs), Change Orders (COs), and Contracts for coding accuracy, adherence to project budgets, and alignment with project scope.
  • Work closely with cost segregation team to ensure compliance and proper coding for book and tax purposes.
  • Participate in PO and CO review with senior management.
  • Perform variance analyses, highlighting discrepancies between actual and budgeted costs, and collaborate with construction teams to resolve issues.
  • Job Cost Monitoring and Reporting:
  • Maintain detailed job cost ledgers and monitor expenditures against budgets throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Prepare and distribute job cost reports and project financial summaries to project stakeholders.
  • Billing and Revenue Tracking:
  • Prepare and manage tenant billables, deposits, and extra work requests with project managers.
  • Collaborate with the Billing Department to ensure timely and accurate invoicing for project-related costs.
  • Monitor lien waivers and conditional/unconditional releases to ensure compliance with contractual requirements.
  • Internal Collaboration and Support:
  • Attend construction job meetings to stay informed on project progress, budgets, and potential financial risks.
  • Support project managers in understanding financial implications of project decisions and adjustments.
  • Audit Support and Compliance:
  • Prepare and organize detailed documentation for internal and external audits.
  • Ensure compliance with corporate accounting policies, construction agreements, and regulatory requirements.
  • Other Responsibilities:
  • Assist in the reconciliation and closure of completed projects, ensuring proper allocation of remaining balances.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Experience: Minimum of 5 years in construction accounting, with strong experience in project-level cost tracking and analysis.
  • Education: Associate degree in accounting required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
  • Technical Skills: Proficiency in construction accounting software (e.g., MRI, Procore) and advanced Excel skills.
  • Interpersonal Skills: Strong organizational, communication, and analytical abilities, with a collaborative mindset for working closely with project managers and executive teams.
  • Detail Orientation: High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects, ensuring deadlines and accuracy are met.

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Vacancy posted 2 days ago
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