The Construction Cost Accountant will oversee the Project Cost Accounting function for construction projects and collaborate with Project Managers throughout the entire project cycle. The CA will work with Accounts Receivable to ensure jobs are invoiced monthly. The ideal candidate will be responsible for processing financial documents and transactions related to contracts, purchase orders, and change orders. The incumbent must have excellent communication skills, possess the ability to establish lasting business relationships, exhibit professionalism, and maintain excellent attendance.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure adherence to departmental policies and procedures and cost and accounting standards while performing day-to-day activities and functions.
• Collaborate with Project Managers, Accounts Receivable, and Project Teams to complete tasks promptly.
• Interact and communicate with subcontractors and vendors to ensure invoicing is submitted per contractual terms.
• Maintain organized records of meetings, open items, and decisions.
• Electronically maintain accurate, well-documented project records.
• Review subcontractor A/R and Central's A/P reports as needed to keep payments on schedule.
• Perform ad-hoc projects as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Familiarity with the monthly construction draw process, AIA preparation, and construction change orders.
• Comprehensive understanding of G702/703 progress billings and change orders.
• A comprehensive understanding of construction billing, including retainage, lien waivers, and insurance.
• Ability to process Lien Notices and Bond Claims.
• Effective organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact effectively and productively with other employees.
• Dependability, punctuality, and reliability.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and Word.

• Education and Experience:

An Associate's degree in Accounting is preferred, a bachelor’s degree would be better.

• Five years of job cost accounting experience.
• Trimble, Viewpoint, or Spectrum software a plus.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• On-site gym
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Physical setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Experience:

• Accounting: 5 years (Required)
• Cost accounting: 5 years (Required)
• ERP systems: 5 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Irving, TX 75060 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Irving, TX 75060: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person