The Monahan Company Hiring for Construction Accountant Job at Eastpointe, MI Full Time

About us

A well-established commercial construction company is seeking a new Construction Accountant to replace our retiring Controller. We are a 100-year-old firm, recently under new growth-oriented leadership, and we need a similarly minded individual to take charge of the financial aspects of the business, and help guide us forward into our second century.

Job responsibilities will include:

• Input & complete the task of all financial transactions of the company (and any affiliated entities), including general ledger, AP, AR, job cost accounting, payroll and cash flow management
• Provide cash flow tracking and projections
• Providing timely and accurate job cost information and review with project managers and operations team monthly
• Update project budgets and projected project margins
• Preparation of monthly / quarterly financial statements including work-in-process reports
• Preparation of monthly job progress billings and supporting documentation as required by customer, and follow-up with customers on receivables as necessary
• Review subcontract billings for accuracy and inclusion in progress billings and required supporting documentation (waivers, sworn statements, etc.) · Coordinate with outside CPA for the preparation of annual reviews, and tax returns, including 1099 reporting as needed
• Manage all required tax payments, including necessary city and state taxes · Oversee the company’s employee benefit programs, including retirement program, health insurance, etc
• Provide implement human resources functions for the company
• Provide company’s payroll functions
• Manage compliance with “Davis Bacon” prevailing wage reporting for employees and subcontractors
• Review and manage other governmental program compliance requirements as applicable to certain projects (Detroit residency requirements, small/disadvantaged/ minority/women owned business usage, etc.) · Maintain state registrations, business and tax licenses, etc.
• Participate / advise in review of software & technology applications.

Qualifications/Skills Desired:

• 5+ years’ work experience in accounting/finance
• Experience in construction industry, including understanding of work in process/ percentage of completion accounting, familiarity with “AIA” style progress billings, sworn statements and lien waivers
• Strong working knowledge of Excel required
• Experience with construction specific accounting software preferred (Sage 100 Contractor is currently being used)
• Experience with Procore a plus
• Understanding of GAAP
• BA in Finance/Accounting or equivalent related work experience
• CPA or MBA are plusses
• A team player that can work collaboratively with a wide range of people
• A quick learner that works well in fast paced situations
• Very strong oral and written communication skills
• Very strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Honesty, integrity, and dedication to excellence
• Ability and willingness to grow as the company grows

We offer a salary commensurate with experience, along with a competitive benefits package, including employer paid health insurance.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,135.00 – $146,249.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Physical setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Eastpointe, MI 48021: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• GAAP: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CPA (Preferred)

Work Location: One location