Project Accountant

McCarthy Building

Saint Louis, MO

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounts Receivable, Alliance/Partner Marketing, Billing, Budgeting, Cash Flow, Cash Flow Projection, Change Requests/Orders, Communication Skills, Construction, Construction Projects, Construction Support, Contract Requirements, Corporate Policies, Credit and Collections, Detail Oriented, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), External Audit, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Management, Financial Operations, Financial Reporting, Forecasting, Internal Audit, Interpersonal Skills, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Excel, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Performance Metrics, Pivot Tables, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Project Execution, Project Tracking, Recruiting/Staffing Agency, Systems Administration/Management, Team Player, Time Management, Trend Analysis, Willing to Travel

LOCATION

Saint Louis, MO

POSTED

3 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY

The Project Accountant will play a crucial role in supporting construction projects by managing financial aspects for multiple or complex projects. This position requires strong financial acumen, attention to detail, and effective collaboration with project teams to ensure the financial success of our construction projects. The Project Accountant is a key member of the Regional Finance team. This position may be located at a single project or may be located at a central office with occasional travel to local project sites.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Track and report on financial and operational health of assigned project(s).
Support project forecast reviews, trend analysis, project cash flow projections, and prepare other financial analysis as needed.
Support project teams in monitoring productivity, progress, and other key performance indicators to determine trending and overall project performance.
Oversee monthly owner and subcontractor pay applications to ensure compliance, timely payments, understanding of billing position for the project(s) and tracking against cash flow curves.
Assist projects in proper execution of change orders and budget maintenance.
Monitor accounts receivable status and escalate billing or collection concerns.
Perform accounting tasks for assigned projects in accordance with contract requirements and company policies.
Complete job set up in ERP system with all necessary information, including initial budget/cost codes, establishing rates, etc.
Review project charts of accounts for adherence to standardized chart of accounts
Support and perform assigned month-end close activities.
Assist in yearly internal and external audits as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Must have 3+ years' experience in an accountant role in the construction industry.
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, and/or equivalent degree
Effective communication (both oral and written), organization and interpersonal skills
Proactive, adaptable, self-motivated, organized, able to work independently and able to work well with others
Highly skilled in Microsoft Excel, and experience with Pivot Tables, V-Look Ups, and other key functions
Experience with CMiC a plus
Mega project experience a plus
Flexible to travel a plus

McCarthy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

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Project Accountant

McCarthy Building

Saint Louis, MO

About the Company

McCarthy Building

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