PROJECT ACCOUNTANT

We are seeking a Project Accountant to support some of the most innovative, complex, and large-scale data center and mission-critical construction projects in the country. This role will be instrumental in delivering RMCI’s first-generation programs as a General Contractor within hyperscale and enterprise data center environments. 

As a Project Accountant you will not only work on some of our more strategic and high-profile accounts; you also will work closely with our top Project Managers and Project Engineers. As the front line for project accounting, this position plays a pivotal role in facilitating seamless financial operations, maintaining accurate project records, and promptly addressing/escalating any financial issues or discrepancies to Project Accounting Managers, ensuring the overall financial health and success of projects.

Responsibilities 

PROJECT FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT:

• Set up and maintain project in ERP system, ensuring adherence to all contractual requirements and internal procedures
• Review and process project for accuracy and compliance with company standards
• Conduct monthly Work-In-Process (WIP) reviews to analyze and monitor project profitability, percent complete, and billing/payment status. Provide detailed reports and insights to project managers and stakeholders.
• Support and work closely with Operations regarding contracts, changes, costs/cost transfers, compliance documents, and any additional services-related to financials

CHANGE ORDER MANAGEMENT:

• Issue and manage subcontractor documentation in accordance with contract specifications. Ensure all required documentation is collected and filed.
• Monitor, process, and issue change orders, ensuring they are correctly documented and approved. Maintain clear records of all change orders and associated financial impacts.
• Process project accounts payable, ensuring timely and accurate payments. Verify that all invoices align with contractual terms and project requirements
• Manage subcontractor compliance, including insurance, lien waivers, retention, and W-9 forms. Ensure all subcontractor documentation is up-to-date and compliant.
• Research and resolve any issues related to subcontractor billing, working to ensure all discrepancies are addressed and resolved promptly.

ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE:

• Compile, prepare, and submit monthly project billings in accordance with contract requirements. Ensure that all billings are accurate and submitted in a timely manner
• Track payment status, resolve any discrepancies or issues, and coordinate with customers to facilitate collections, ensuring that all project billings are collected efficiently and in accordance with contract terms.
• Manage and update owner and subcontractor schedules of values, ensuring accuracy and alignment with project progress and contract terms.
• Research and resolve billing and payment discrepancies, addressing any issues promptly to ensure smooth financial operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in accounting, with exposure to project accounting preferred
• Familiarity with construction accounting and knowledge of the project structure in a General Contractor/Subcontractor business environment a plus
• Spectrum accounting/project management software a plus; proficient with Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) required
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively and respond to changes in priorities
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for interacting with operational teams, customers, vendors and other stakeholders
• Ability to maintain a high level of precision and accuracy in financial reporting and documentation
• Team player with the desire to provide a high level of customer service and solutions

Safety Level 

This is a safety sensitive position, and all applicable policies including drug test and background check will apply.

• The inherent responsibilities of your role may include physical working conditions. In order to safely and successfully perform job duties you must be able to:  
• Potentially lift up to 50 pounds 
• Potentially need to do repeated pushing, pulling, carrying, reaching (or working above shoulder), walking, standing, sitting, stooping, kneeling, bending, and climbing  
• Potentially operate a motor vehicle, crane, tractor, etc.  
• We reserve the right to continually monitor your ability to safely and successfully complete these inherent physical responsibilities and take action as deemed appropriate in accordance with the Americans with Disability Act (ADA)

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