Project Accountant

Boca Raton, FLOnsiteFull TimePosted 2 months agoVisa sponsorship available

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Project Accounting
Construction
Core & Shell
Interior Build Outs
Subcontractor AIAs
Pay Application
Client Contracts
Subcontractor Documents
Payment Terms
Insurance

Nice to have

ERP System

Role summary

The Project Accountant will oversee financial aspects for Core & Shell and Interior construction projects, serving as a bridge between accounting and project management. Responsibilities include accurate billing, financial reporting, processing subcontractor AIAs and invoices, interpreting contracts, generating billings and waivers in Timberline, managing accounts receivable, assisting with cash flow and project forecasts, and analyzing job costing reports. The role requires strong attention to detail, exceptional organizational skills, and proactive communication.

Company Overview

At JRM Construction, we build more than exceptional spaces - we build talented teams, rewarding careers, and trusted relationships. As a leading employee-owned construction firm, our people take ownership of every project and work collaboratively to deliver outstanding quality and a positive client experience. Guided by integrity, teamwork, continuous improvement, and genuine care for our people, JRM provides an environment where employees can grow and help shape the company’s long-term success.

Job Summary The Project Accountant is responsible for concurrent Core & Shell and Interior projects and will act as liaison between accounting and project management ensuring accurate and consistent billing and financial reporting.

Responsibilities and Duties

Monitor project progress by processing & reviewing subcontractor AIAs with full understanding for accuracy.

When required, attend pencil meetings with Owner and Architect to ensure proper and accurate pay application per client contractual terms. Coordinate subcontractor invoices and payments per contract terms and enter in the system.

Review and interpret client contracts, subcontractor documents, payment terms, Insurance, Bond requirements, Contingency, Fee calculations, Florida Subcontractor Lien Laws Notice to Owner, and Waiver Requirements.

Generate Billings in Timberline, and future ERP System generated billings and Conditional and unconditional Waivers.

Review and process Accounts Receivable and respond to client & vendor billing inquiries.

Assist with Cashflow Forecast and Project Forecast for Finance Team.

Analyze projects; generate job costing reports to provide meaningful input to project teams.

Review of sub-contractors’ statements and reconciliation of variances

Qualifications and Skills

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance or Related field experience.

At least 5 years of prior relevant experience working in Project Accounting for a Construction company handling core and shell, ground up construction or Interior build outs.

Commonly used concepts, functions, practices, and procedures within the construction field including cost coding and pricing, purchase orders, etc.

Clear understanding of contract types (Construction Manager as Agent, Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) Lump Sum, Cost Plus.

Exceptional organizational skills with ability to manage multiple construction projects and activities.

Must be proactive in communication with Upper Management, Project Team, and Subcontractors.

Strong attention to detail and well-developed analytical skills.

Ability to provide Unparallel Client Service and support to Project Team.

Computer Systems

Excellent computer literacy including experience with Microsoft Office product applications (ex. Excel, Word, Outlook, Power Point)

Strong Excel Skills (Xlookup’s, Sumifs, Multi tab Excel Worksheets)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at JRM without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

The salary range listed in job postings reflects the Company’s good-faith estimate at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as position tier, geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training, and skills.

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