Project Accountant
Shiel Sexton
- Indianapolis, IN
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Preparation of project billings in accordance with contract terms using ERP accounting system and in AIA G702/G703 format
- Preparation of supplemental schedules for project billings (Sworn Statements, Schedule of Values, Lien Waivers)
- Processing and reviewing project payables and reviewing subcontractor billing documents for completeness.
- Job cost review and adjustments
- Project close procedures
- End-to-end project support partnering with the Project Operations Team
- Mentoring and training other team members in the accounting department
- Using independent judgement and discretion to identify problems and making recommendations for solutions
- Degree in Accounting or similar preferred
- One (1) to three (3) years of experience in Project/Cost Accounting with a thorough understanding of project/cost accounting principles, practices, and methods
- Strong experience in ERP Accounting System (Vista Viewpoint preferred)
- Understanding of various contract types of Project billings (Lump Sum, T&M, GMP)
- Knowledge of subcontract commitments and purchase orders
- Understanding of retainage principles
- Ability to read and understand billing requirements
- Understanding of stored material lifecycle in project billings
- Collaborative – desire to work with the team to improve and streamline processes
- Initiative — Ability to understand what tasks need to be completed without direction
- Communication — Able to communicate effectively, both written and verbal, with internal and external teams
- Results driven — strong sense of urgency and comfortable working with deadlines
- Thoroughness — Ensuring that one’s work is complete and accurate
- Flexibility — Demonstrates openness to new organizational structures, procedures, and technology
- Team Champion – a champion for Shiel Sexton and the Project Accounting Team