Project Accountant

The Project Accountant reports to the Sr. Project Accountant, Team Lead and plays a key role in the everyday accounting operations by acting as liaison between the project management and accounting management. The Project Accountant will be responsible for aiding in project setup, tracking project costs, communicating budget variances, and driving the invoicing process.ResponsibilitiesProject setup, budget entry, and subcontract/purchase order issuanceFurnish and issue change orders to clients, subcontractors and vendorsPerform project audits to find and correct system issuesReview job billing status reports to ensure all projects are invoiced in a timely mannerCreate monthly pay applications for submission to clientCreate time and material ticketsWork with Staff Accountant(s) to ensure timely delivery of all invoicing documentsIdentify and communicate budget variances to project and accounting managementAccounts Payable invoice approval, when assignedPosition Requirements2 to 4 years in a similar accounting roleStrong attention to detailExcellent written and oral communication skillsProficiency in Microsoft Office products, including Outlook and ExcelAbility to work with minimal supervisionAbility to effectively prioritize tasks and meet deadlinesAbility to accommodate additional responsibilities, as assignedPreferred QualificationsBachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance or equivalent professional experience3+ year(s) in the Construction IndustryExperience using Vista by Viewpoint and ProcoreEqual Opportunity EmployerBEAR Construction provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.