Project Accountant

Overview

SOLV Energy is a leading provider of infrastructure services to the power industry, designing, building and maintaining utility scale solar, battery storage and high voltage substation projects nationwide.

The Project Accountant will perform various accounting functions related to maintenance/processing of accounting transactions and to ensure accurate accounting and reporting for construction projects. This role is can be fully remote or hybrid, with regular in-office presence in San Diego, CA. Specific location details and expectations will be discussed during the interview process.

This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

• Oversee all accounting related functions for assigned projects.
• Assist project teams with accounting-related questions or needs.
• Prepare documentation and assist in interim and year end external audits.
• Understand and review owner contract for accounting related tasks and responsibilities.
• Review and track Preliminary notices.
• Possess working knowledge of preparing AIA billings and assembling billing with supporting documentation.
• Collect and review lien waivers for subcontractors and sub tiers.
• Ensure subcontractor compliance with document requirements.
• Process subcontractor payments in a timely manner.
• Meet month end and quarterly deadlines.
• Perform cost coding and review the accuracy of vendor and subcontractor invoices.
• Complete assigned month-end and year-end closing procedures, including preparation of journal entries and respective account reconciliations.
• Process job cost and sales tax accruals.
• Assist with applied and unapplied payments for receivables.
• Adhere to all financial deadlines, including month-end and quarterly reporting.
• Complete other responsibilities as assigned.

• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 5 years of progressive accounting experience
• Minimum 3 years of construction accounting experience.
• Prior public accounting experience supporting external audit processes is strongly preferred
• CPA, CMA or CCIFP preferred
• Strong understanding of accounting procedures and principles
• Experience with online integrated accounting systems
• Ability to organize work and handle multiple projects
• Ability to instruct and review the work of team members and provide assistance
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and Outlook)
• Detail oriented and exceptional organizational skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Effective written and verbal English communication skills, including professional telephone manner
• Candidates located in Pacific or Central time zones are preferred to support late-day collaboration and ensure alignment with project team schedules.

SOLV Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate the power of our differences and are committed to building diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplaces. SOLV Energy prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind against an employee or applicant based on race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, parental status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits:
Employees and their families are eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance; basic life and disability insurance. Employees can enroll in the company’s 401(k) plan and are provided vacation, sick, and holiday pay.

Compensation Range: $32.73 – $43.22 per hour.

Pay Rate Type:
Hourly