Project Accountant

Position Overview

• The Project Accountant at GCS-SIGAL will play a vital role on our accounting team. Typical responsibilities and duties include, but are not limited to the following:
• Manage monthly requisition process, including working with project team to complete requisitions, reviewing for accuracy, and entering requisition details into Viewpoint accounting software.
• Enter payments received against project receivables and prepare subcontractor open AP report to send to project team for approval/edit.
• Confirm subcontractor compliances are acceptable before approving for payment to AP (insurance, signed contracts, appropriate waivers, etc.).
• Confirm project management compliance (final payment checklist, etc.) before a final payment is issued to subcontractor.
• Liaise with project team to ensure all vendor and subcontractor invoices are approved for month end close. Prepare cost accruals for remaining unapproved invoices for Controller review.
• Produce cost detail and other ad-hoc reports from accounting software for project teams.
• Put together monthly cash flow report after month end close and monitor project KPI’s.
• Participate in quarterly project review meetings and provide insight from accounting perspective.
• Maintain project records needed for year-end audit and provide as requested.
• General accounting responsibilities and duties include, but are not limited to the following:
• Follow all accounting principles and controls related to construction job cost accounting.
• Conform to and abide by all regulations, policies, work procedures and instructions.
• Creatively solve challenges that arise with a positive attitude.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit for extended periods while working at a computer.
• Manual dexterity to operate office equipment such as computers, calculators, and telephones.
• Visual acuity to read and analyze financial data and documents.
• Hearing ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and clients in person and over the phone.
• Ability to move around the office to access files, office equipment, and attend meetings.

Experience/Education

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in cost accounting within Construction (or related) industry.
• BS degree in Accounting/Finance, or a related field

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Excel at teamwork and at Excel.
• Be able to effectively communicate in person, on the phone, and via email.
• Proven ability to multi-task in deadline-driven environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain confidential and meticulous records.
• Proficient with or ability to learn ViewPoint or similar accounting software.

Salary Range: 75,000 - 105,000

GCS-SIGAL offers an excellent total compensation package which includes competitive benefits and a 401(k) plan.

GCS-SIGAL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment background check.