Gast Construction Group Hiring for Construction Project Accountant Job at West Palm Beach, FL Full Time

Gast Construction Group is currently seeking a Construction Project Accountant with construction accounting experience to join our Team! We are a full-service Construction Management Firm located in West Palm Beach, Florida specializing in Commercial and Residential Construction as well as Estate Management. As a Project Accountant, you will serve as an essential part of the Project Team, managing all aspects of job-related accounting activities. Project Accountants work closely with our Project Managers to ensure timely and accurate reporting, payments, billing, and administration.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Maintenance of complete and accurate record of the Project’s financial transactions from startup through closeout.
• Project set up and review of Owner Contract to verify key requirements.
• Full Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processing, including data entry and administrative duties.
• Processing and Tracking Change Orders, NTO’s, Subcontractor AIA Billings, Subcontractor Invoices, Credit Card Receipts, and Lien Waivers.
• Processing and Tracking of Certificate of Insurance (COI)’s.
• Review subcontracts, purchase orders, Owner and Subcontractor change orders to ensure accurate posting.
• Ensure that the subcontractors, suppliers and vendors account balances in Foundation are always correct and reconciled.
• Act as liaison between Subcontractors and Project Team, responding to Subcontractor accounting inquiries and diffusing any issues with assistance of the Project Manager.
• Prepare Accounts Receivable Time & Material (T&M) invoices for approval by Project Managers.
• Responsible for reviewing monthly Project draw applications to Owners/Lenders in AIA format.
• Responsible for accurate and on-time payment of Subcontractors, suppliers and vendors invoices as well as timely receipt Owner funding.
• Preparation and presentation of detailed monthly financial reports in collaboration with Project Team.
• Assist the Project Manager with financial closeout.
• Maintain neat and organized subcontractor, supplier and vendor files.
• Notarize Documents.

Minimum Requirements:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, communicating effectively with other GCG employees, subcontractors, and clients.
• Experience with project-based accounting for the Construction Industry.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize a variety of tasks, working under tight deadlines.
• Strong organizational skills, Attention to Detail.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in basic accounting principles.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Knowledge of standard practices of AIA documents (G702/703) and lien releases.
• Experience working with Foundation Software is a plus.
• Notary or willing to get.

What You Can Expect From Us:

• Terrific opportunity to make a real impact on our company’s success.
• Competitive compensation package, including bonus opportunities and comprehensive benefits.
• Company culture based on a truly engaged team of professionals that are fully supported by an enlightened leadership team.
• Fast-paced and challenging working climate.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 – $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay

Fair Chance Hiring supported

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Construction Accounting: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: One location