Senior Staff Accountant

As one of the longest standing commercial general contractors in Oregon, Perlo Construction has established a reputation of quality, professionalism, and integrity. Building and growing in nearly every industry, Perlo offers career opportunities in a supportive culture empowering self-starters who thrive in a fun and fast-paced environment. Perlo is consistently listed as a Top Workplace by the Oregonian, one of the 100 Best Companies to work for in Oregon as well as one of Oregon’s 100 Fastest Growing Private Companies. The position of Senior Staff Accountant plays an integral role in supporting the essential accounting functions which are crucial to the financial function of the company. Quality control: subcontractor pay applications, vendor invoices, deposits and month-end close. Acts as an additional resource for the accounting department regarding issues related software issues. Back up to the Controller on issues related to current cash position and cash forecasting. Communicate with subcontractors and vendors about items needed for payment. Additional Duties: Work across multiple software platforms. Develop a technical proficiency in both Procore and Viewpoint Vista. Daily processing of check deposits to the bank and update positive pay. Monthly bank account reconciliation for all payroll accounts and miscellaneous companies. Assist with monthly close by reconciling balance sheet accounts. Develop a proficiency in WIP reporting and be a back up to the Controller in preparing the company WIP schedule on a monthly basis. Review processed invoices for proper supporting documentation, coding, and other necessary approvals. Follow up with Project Managers regarding approval of invoices. Act as backup for weekly payroll. Review Certified Payroll submitted on Prevailing Wage jobs. Assist in verifying subcontractor banking information so that they can be paid electronically through ProcorePay. Assist Controller in the yearly preparation and submission of profit-sharing census. Sign lien waivers for monthly owner billings. Act as backup for positive pay. Assist the accounting team with year-end audit preparation. Assist with the maintenance of employee burden calculations and annual updates to the fixed rate tables. Works collaboratively in a team environment with a spirit of cooperation. Respectfully take direction from the Controller and Senior Finance Manager. Maintains punctual, regular, and predictable attendance. Maintains a professional appearance and demeanor. Other duties as assigned. Interpersonal Skills: Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally and written form Exhibits good listening and comprehension Varies communication style to meet needs Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations Establishes and maintains effective relationships Exhibits tact and consideration Works cooperatively in group situations Works actively to resolve conflictsBalances team and individual responsibilities Exhibits objectivity and openness to other views Contributes to building a positive team spirit Supports other team members’ efforts to succeed Uses negotiation skills to resolve conflicts Adapts to changes in the work environment Maintains objectivity Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events Displays original thinking and creativity Displays willingness to make decisions Exhibits sound and accurate judgment Makes timely decisions Able to effectively multitask Qualifications : Ability to perform essential duties with or without reasonable accommodation. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. Education & Experience : Bachelor’s degree and two to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience in construction, construction accounting, or general accounting. Degree in Accounting, Business, or similar field preferred. Certificates, Licenses and/or Registrations : N/A Language Skills : Must have excellent phone etiquette and verbal communication skills and be able to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. Mathematical Skills : Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. Computer Skills : Job requires specialized computer skills. Must be adept at using various applications including database, spreadsheet, report writing, project management, graphics, word processing, presentation creation/editing, e-mail, and scheduling software. Reasoning Ability : Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form; to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Ability to make quick decisions and commit to a clear course of action. Physical Demands & Work Environment : The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to type or dial, sit, stand, walk, use stairways to climb to multiple floors within office building, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. This position requires frequent computer use. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package including salary, bonus, medical/dental/vision, vacation/sick/pay and retirement. Perlo is an equal opportunity employer. Inquiries with be handled confidentially. Privacy Overview #J-18808-Ljbffr