About J.L. Moore
J.L. Moore is a commercial general contracting and design-build firm located in North Olmsted, Ohio. Founded in 1973, we provide construction services to local, regional, and national clients. As we continue to experience successful growth, we are seeking a highly skilled Project Accountant with the experience to support project teams. This position will be located at our new office in North Olmsted, Ohio.
Job Summary
We are currently seeking a detailed oriented and self-motivated Project Accountant to join our team. The successful candidate will have strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment and have a positive “can do” attitude. This is a new position within the company that will provide support to multiple project teams.
Key Responsibilities:
- Review Prime Contracts to determine billing, insurance, and close out requirements.
- New project set-up, maintenance and financial close out.
- Assist Project Managers with budget development and cost control.
- Maintain detailed job cost records for assigned projects.
- Review and process project expenses.
- Prepare and submit monthly owner billings (AIA format or client-specific) including preparation of required supporting documentation.
- Track and process change orders, retainage, and lien waivers.
- Review and process subcontractor and vendor payment applications, including securing required lien waivers and other required documents.
- Coordinate with Accounts Payable for timely vendor and subcontractor payments.
- Prepare monthly Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules.
- Generate monthly project financial reports and cash flow forecasts.
- Monitor variances between budgeted and actual costs; provide early warnings on overruns.
- Assist with general accounting and administrative tasks as needed.
- Streamline project accounting functions.
- Perform special projects assigned by management.
Qualifications:
- Accounting or Finance Degree, or equivalent experience working in a similar position.
- Experience working in a Windows based accounting system.
- 3+ years of experience in construction accounting or project accounting.
- Advanced skills in Excel required.
- Proficiency in Foundation Software and Smartsheet preferred but not required.
- Strong understanding of WIP reporting, retainage, and order management.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- 401k with company match
- Medical, Life and Dental Insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
J.L. Moore Inc. is a Drug Free Workplace and requires Pre-Employment Drug Screening and Background Checks for all employees.
Job Application:
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