Project Accountant - Electrical Construction
Project Accountant - Electrical Construction
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ABOUT US:Forest Electric NJ is a subsidiary of EMCOR Group. We are proud of our position as one of New Jerseys leading singlesource electrical construction and telecommunications services suppliers. With over 50 years of expertise in data center infrastructure healthcare substation financial infrastructure structured cabling and electrical system designbuild installation and maintenance.
JOB TITLE: Project Accountant
SUMMARY:Forest Electric NJ seeks a Project Accountant to be responsible for administering and preparing requisition forms interaction with various customers clients and personnel regarding collections report distribution and other project accounting tasks for our New Jersey office. In addition the position is expected to grasp an overall knowledge of both the business and economic environment to provide analytical support to upper management.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Activities involve the preparation and administrating of monthly requisitions and payment applications in accordance with contract terms and formats.
- Prepare invoices and change order logs.
- Monitor communicate and resolve open issues related to assigned projects.
- Compile maintain and produce cash management reports and forecast reports using internal cash management applications for distribution to upper management.
- Maintain billing job folders in an organized complete and accessible manner.
- Analysis of job cost and profit/loss of assigned projects.
- Regular interaction with customers and company personnel regarding collections change order approvals and billings.
- Communications with Project Management regarding billings change orders back charges closeouts and profit/loss analysis.
- Review and generate all necessary waivers or tax certificates.
- Review and prepare Certified Payroll Insurance and M/WBE reports as required.
- Participate as an active team member and be accountable for all accounting issues pertaining to assigned projects.
- Support Director of Project Accounting and Controller for other accounting activities.
- Regular predictable and reliable onsite attendance is an essential function of the position.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum of 5 years experience in Construction accounting preferred or work experience demonstrating accounting and analytical capabilities.
- Experience with Viewpoint by Vista construction ERP software highly preferred.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office applications including Excel formulas and formatting.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to effectively prioritize in a fastpaced multitask environment and work with minimal supervision.
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As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction facilities services and energy infrastructure we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Employment Type
Full-Time
