Project Accountant Electrical Construction

We are one of New Jerseys leading single-source electrical construction and telecommunications services suppliers. We have expertise in data center infrastructure healthcare substation financial infrastructure network design structured cabling and electrical system design-build installation and maintenance.

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 and New York City addition the position is expected to grasp an overall knowledge of both the business and economic environment to provide analytical support to upper management.

• 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 close-outs 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.
• Must report to the NYC office at least one day per month.
• Initial training to occur in the NYC office.
• Participate as an active team member and be accountable for all accounting issues pertaining to assigned projects.
• Support Director of Project Accounting Controller and CFO for other accounting activities.
• Regular predictable and reliable on-site attendance is an essential function of the position.

• Minimum of 5 years experience in Construction accounting required.
• Accounts Payable 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 written communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to effectively prioritize in a fast-paced multi-task environment and work with minimal supervision.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The employee should expect to sit for long periods in front of a computer.
• Ability to regularly and consistently use a keyboard and mouse.

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Compensation Range: $80000 - $120000

Other Compensation: Position is bonus eligible.

Benefits: We are committed to providing employees a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical dental and vision coverage along with flexible spending accounts life insurance disability a 401(k) Savings Plan College Coach and employee assistance program.