Project Accountant

Icon Structures is a growing general contractor for commercial construction providing pre-construction services, construction management, design build work and general contracting. We staff our projects correctly; our project managers are truly excellent, and our leadership will allow you to have a voice and be part of the organization so your efforts will directly impact our success. Our Project Managers are involved in a range of construction services.

We are seeking a qualified and motivated Project Accountant to join our growing team in our Colorado Springs, CO office. Icon Structures offers competitive salaries at $60k-$75k per year.

Roles

• Support the accounting department by providing accounting, analysis, compliance, and financial support for multiple projects.
• Serve as the primary accounting and finance contact for Project Managers and Executives.
• Provide administrative support to the Project Managers.

Responsibilities

• Manage import and approval workflow of monthly trade partner and vendor pay applications.
• Process prompt electronic or live check payment to trade partners and vendors per agreed upon terms. Review agreed upon payment terms with the trade partner and recognize when payments are to be released.
• Manage import and approval workflow of miscellaneous invoices related to the project(s) and process prompt payments.
• Process budget adjustments and trade partners change orders through the Procore ERP Integration system, ensuring information is complete and accurate.
• Support monthly owner billing process with review for inaccuracies and inclusion of appropriate supporting documents.
• Reconcile trade partner commitments and ensure all documentation is received prior to issuance of final payments.
• Analyze job-to-date costs, contracts, and budgets by preparing reports verifying that all costs are posted, and trade partner costs have been recorded and paid in full.
• Maintain Joint Check Agreements and payments as necessary.
• Request updated Certificates of Insurance, W9s, and performance/payment bonds as applicable.
• Assist with project closeout, including making sure that all subcontracts have been billed correctly.
• Work with Project Management and Accounting to release retainage in a timely manner.
• Maintain communication with Project Management through routine check-ins.

• Provide accurate subcontractor and vendor lien waivers. Work with subcontractors and Project Management to be certain lien waivers are received in a timely manner.
• Provide reports to Project Management as necessary or requested, including but not limited to Open AP, Open AR, and Job Cost reports.
• Other project specific and administrative tasks as assigned including, but not limited to:
  • Assisting with subcontract agreements
  • Creating project directories
  • Assisting with closeout

Expectations

• Limited travel as required.

• Knowledge of office management systems and procedures.
• Proficiency in MS Office software.
• Experience with Sage CRE 300 ERP and Procore preferred.
• Take full ownership and accountability of project accounting from startup through financial closeout.
• Maintain a team player and positive attitude with a willingness to assist and provide support where needed.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize work and multitask.
• Ability to build lasting relationships with project management and external trade partners by checking emails frequently and answering questions in a timely, informed, and courteous manner.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum 2 years as a Project Accountant with commercial contractor.
• Must have good references from previous clients & employers
• Must be a resident of the United States.

Benefits:

• Medical/Vision & Dental: eligible first of the month following 60 days of employment.
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Supplemental insurance opportunities available
• Salary Range: $60,000 - $75,000/year
• Paid Time off (PTO): 4 weeks per year of PTO once accrued at 3.076 hours per week, beginning at time of employment.
• Paid Holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving (2), Christmas
• 401K retirement plan participation is available to employees on the first of the month following 60 days of employment. Icon matches employees’ individual 401K contributions of 50% up to 5% of standard wages.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offers free confidential assistance services to employees, spouses and dependents including counseling, financial and legal services.

Application Process:

Please apply online: https://icon-structures.com/apply/

• Icon Structures is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.