What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. Project Accountant(3766) position at Cogent IBS?
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.
What you'll do :
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.
What you'll need to be successful :
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
