Chapman Construction/Design Hiring for Staff Accountant/Job Accountant Job at Newton, MA Full Time

The Staff Accountant/Job Accountant serves as liaison between the accounting department and project management team and will also be involved with General Ledger entries and Balance Sheet reconciliations. This is a new role that will touch several parts of the business and has been created to help restructure workflows to achieve better efficiency. This role will report directly to the Controller.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Work with respective project management teams to prepare, execute, and submit monthly owner billings, including lien waivers and supporting documentation as required
• Research and resolve invoice discrepancies and issues
• Reconcile subcontracts for closed jobs monthly
• Provide supporting documentation for audits
• Ensure project related documentation (insurance, subcontracts, closeouts, etc.) are accurate and up to date within the Project Management Software (Procore).
• Quality control review for accuracy, coding, and calculations for job costs/allocations
• Develop and maintain Excel spreadsheets for tracking purposes
• Perform monthly Balance Sheet reconciliations on key accounts
• Manage budget upload process from excel templates to Accounting and Project Management systems
• Assist with gathering and reviewing weekly employee timecards
• Perform other duties as required

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field OR minimum three years of accounting experience
• A firm understanding of basic Accounting principles
• Proficiency with accounting programs/software
• Ability to work with limited direction and comfortable making decisions and/or recommendations to leadership
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive data and materials
• Act as a positive contributor to the team, culture and work environment, as well as demonstrate a strong work ethic
• Willing to learn and be flexible

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with Spectrum accounting software and Procore project management software
• Advanced Excel skills

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate
• Driving or riding in vehicles for extended periods of time is occasionally required

EEO STATEMENT:

Chapman Construction/Design is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

Founded in 1984, Chapman Construction/Design provides industry-leading sustainable construction management and consulting services to forward-looking corporate, education, healthcare, life science and manufacturing clients. We take pride in our close-knit, team-oriented culture, and our LEED-CI Platinum headquarters. Chapman is big enough to provide you with all the benefits, support, and training you will need; but small enough to advance as high as your ambition will take you. For more information and to apply for this position, please visit our Careers page at www.chap-con.com.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 – $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: One location