Project Accountant

Description We are looking for a skilled Project Accountant in Martinez, California, to join our team on a contract with the potential for a permanent position.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to large-scale construction projects, ensuring accurate financial management and project controls. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in construction accounting and project management, along with proficiency in tools like Deltek Vision.

Responsibilities:

- Oversee financial aspects of construction projects, including budgeting, cost tracking, and forecasting.

- Manage project accounting tasks such as accounts receivable, billing, and cash flow analysis.

- Collaborate with project managers to ensure accurate reporting and compliance with labor and union agreements.

- Analyze and monitor project costs to provide detailed financial reports to stakeholders.

- Support change management processes by preparing budgets and tracking change orders.

- Maintain organized project documentation and ensure timely updates to financial systems.

- Assist in the preparation of bids and labor rate analyses, ensuring alignment with wage and contract requirements.

- Offer insights on productivity metrics and recommend improvements for efficiency.

- Coordinate with field teams to streamline project workflows and resolve financial discrepancies.

- Contribute to risk assessments and develop strategies to mitigate financial risks. Requirements - Minimum of 2+ years of experience in project accounting or construction accounting.

- Proficiency in Deltek Vision or similar project accounting software.

- Strong understanding of construction project financials, including budgeting and forecasting.

- Excellent organizational and analytical skills for managing multiple projects.

- Familiarity with union contracts and labor relations in construction.

- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.

- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.

- Exceptional communication skills to effectively liaise with stakeholders and project teams.

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