Project Accountant

Well established NJ electrical contractor seeks Project Accountant for their growing business

• Activities involve the preparation and administrating of monthly requisitions and payment applications in accordance with contract terms and formats.
• Prepare invoices and change order logs.
• Monitor, communicate and resolve open issues related to assigned projects.
• Compile, maintain and produce cash management reports and forecast reports using internal cash management applications for distribution to upper management.
• Maintain billing job folders in an organized, complete and accessible manner.
• Analysis of job cost and profit/loss of assigned projects.
• Regular interaction with customers and company personnel regarding collections, change order approvals and billings.
• Communications with Project Management regarding billings, change orders, back charges, close-outs, and profit/loss analysis.
• Review and generate all necessary waivers or tax certificates.
• Review and prepare Certified Payroll, Insurance and M/WBE reports as required.
• Must report to the NYC office at least one day per month.
• Initial training to occur in the NYC office.
• Participate as an active team member and be accountable for all accounting issues pertaining to assigned projects.
• Support Director of Project Accounting, Controller and CFO for other accounting activities.
• Regular, predictable and reliable on-site attendance is an essential function of the position.

• Minimum of 5 years experience in Construction accounting required.
• Accounts Payable experience demonstrating accounting and analytical capabilities.
• Experience with Viewpoint by Vista construction ERP software highly preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel formulas and formatting.
• Excellent written communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to effectively prioritize in a fast-paced, multi-task environment, and work with minimal supervision.