What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Project Accountant position at Fulcrum Construction?
Fulcrum Construction, is a nationwide commercial construction company. Our home office is in Atlanta, with regional offices in Los Angeles and San Antonio. We’re a mid-sized General Contractor ($120 million/year) with a small company feel. Check out our website (fulcrumconstruction.com) to learn more about what we do and who we are.
We are currently seeking a Project Accountant with at least two years of cost and/or construction accounting experience. This individual is responsible for full-cycle accounts payable and accounts receivable, including processing payments to subcontractors with accurate job costing, and preparation of owner draws. In addition, the Project Accountant will work closely with Project Managers and Project Administrators. This position has significant opportunities for growth into a more general accounting position that includes sales tax, corporate card program, and general ledger duties as the candidate develops and desires to take on more responsibility.
Minimum Qualifications
- At least two years of experience in AR or AP cycle or construction accounting
- Basic accounting/bookkeeping knowledge as demonstrated by a four-year degree in accounting/finance or relevant work experience
- Ability to investigate, analyze, and solve accounting problems
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to relay information to internal and external parties
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (mainly Outlook & Excel) required
- Working knowledge of Timberline/Sage software is preferred but not required
Job Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Audit and process invoices into the accounting system and run checks as needed
- Ensure promptness of payments in accordance with contract terms
- Request, verify and maintain appropriate documentation from vendors
- Obtain and review subcontractor waivers required for billing
- Generate and record AIA billings and provide them to project owners
- Keep Project Managers and company management informed regarding any ongoing issues with vendors
- Distribute job cost reports to internal personnel as needed
- Enter job cost corrections as directed
- Keep open payables current and balances substantiated
- Assist with audits, filing, scanning, or other administrative tasks for the department
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor
BENEFITS
At Fulcrum Construction, we ask a lot of our employees, which is why we give so much in return. We offer our employees a comprehensive benefits package with competitive salaries, and shower you with perks including:
- Salary: $55,000 - $60,000 Bonus (based on experience & skill set)
- Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD, and Life Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- 401(k) with a 4% company match and 100% vesting
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Dependent & Medical Reimbursement)
- PTO for vacation and sick time – 3 weeks to start
- Paid Holidays
- Tuition Assistance
- Annual Bonus
- Hybrid work environment - option to work from home a portion of the week
Characteristics
A “can-do” attitude, flexibility, attention to detail, ability to learn quickly, very good at prioritizing and managing your time. The ability to meet deadlines.
If this sounds like you... we look forward to hearing from you!
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $55,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
- Work from home
Physical Setting:
- Office
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental Pay:
- Bonus pay
Application Question(s):
- Are you willing to undergo a background check and drug screen?
Experience:
- Accounting: 2 years (Preferred)
Work Location: One location