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Serves as the liaison between the jobsite and the finance department, ensuring all accounting standard operating procedures are followed at the jobsite. Performs activities related to contracts, bonds, insurance, payables, liens, billings, payroll/cost/budget reports for the jobsite management team. \nProject Accounting\nProvides information to appropriate people regarding project status (i.e. PFR, job cost reports to owners, etc.) and communicates between the field and corporate office. \nEnsures job cost reports and accounts receivable reports are accurate at all times and in balance with the general ledger. \nEnsures all information in the project cost system and underlying supporting records are properly classified in a manner that best facilitates the use of the information. \nUnderstands the nature of the project cost systems and the information processed. Bring issues to the attention of Financial Services and the Project Manager for assistance and further evaluation. \nEnters all financial paperwork into the accounting system to ensure timely and accurate job cost information. This includes owner and sub change orders, owner billings, budget transfers, subcontractor pay requirements, payroll and A/P invoices. \nProcesses all miscellaneous and blanket purchase order invoices in a timely manner and ensure supporting paperwork is attached, correct and approved. \nCollaborates with key people to process monthly billings to owners and runs projected final cost report.\nSubcontractor Management\nProcesses subcontractor monthly pay requisitions and ensures all supporting attachments are correct. Follows up with subcontractors to obtain any missing documents so subcontractors are paid on time. \nMaintains subcontractor/vendor purchasing register. Verify all subcontractors have current insurance certificates by checking the insurance/held check database and the fully executed contract prior to the subcontractor starting work.\nProject Administration\nImplements and maintains a filing system according to company guidelines. Establishes and maintains files required for company Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Minority Business Entity (MBE) requirements. \nPerforms various administrative tasks for the jobsite, including:\nHandling incoming/outgoing mail and overnight mail, establishing new supplier accounts, purchasing office supplies, preparing payroll, answering telephones, filing, etc.\nPromote Customer Relations \nBuilds effective relationships with customers, design team, subcontractors, suppliers, and user groups that reflect and support company core values and meets or exceeds the customer’s expectations. Culture, Leadership, and Employee Development.\nPromotes our Creed. Communicates our vision and purpose through Service, Talent, and Choices. \nServes as a role model and promotes professional behavior. \nParticipates in company training programs and commits to self-development. \nPerform miscellaneous duties as assigned.\nWorking Conditions\nThe majority of work is completed on job sites in an office trailer or in an existing structure. Due to daily condition changes on construction projects, when employees are outside of the office trailer or structure, they must wear appropriate personal protective equipment as required by the company's safety policies and as required for weather conditions. \nThe project team and/or team member may need to move to other projected work geographic locations, if necessary.\nEducation, Experience, and Knowledge\nAssociate’s or bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field preferred (or equivalent experience) \n2 + years of experience, preferably in the construction industry. Depending upon the project size, scope, and complexity the years of experience may vary. \nDemonstrates proficiency in basic accounting principles. \nDemonstrates solid customer service skills and verbal/written skills. \nDemonstrates the ability to be a team player and function in a fast-paced, changing environment. \nDemonstrates proficiency using a personal computer (PC) and company communication tools, such as email, internet, and Microsoft products (e.g., Word, Excel, Office, Outlook). \nThe base compensation range for the role of Project Accountant above is $70,000 to $79,000 annually.\n\nThis is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee's pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, any collective bargaining agreements, and business or organizational needs. No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, incentive, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law and any applicable plan documents. \n\nBalfour Beatty is an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. 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