On-site Project Accountant

Full-time

Description

MATT Construction, the General Contractor that built such iconic structures as The Broad and Academy Museum of Motion Pictures , is seeking an On-site Project Accountant in Irvine.

The Role:

The Project Accountant is responsible for establishing solid communication with their assigned project team. Duties include analyzing owner contract and subcontractor agreements to extract pertinent accounting information, maintaining project-related records including contracts and change orders, generating project-related billings to customers, and resolving any issues in a timely manner.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Attend pencil meeting with owner and/or architect to ensure proper and accurate pay application to the owner per contract terms.
• Respond to owner requests regarding any accounting related item on assigned projects
• Experience analyzing and processing the following construction documents:
• Monitor project performance – contract value/total billed to date/total remaining
• Owner and subcontractor change orders
• Process 20-day California Preliminary Notices
• Collect and track subcontractor and supplier releases
• Prepare, maintain, file, release any necessary mechanic’s lien or bond
• Purchase Orders
• Monitor subcontractor compliances – insurance, city licenses, qualifications
• Subcontractor payments
• Process accounts payable and any reimbursable expenses related to assigned projects
• Cost Reports
• Research and resolve any invoice problems
• OCIP/CCIP, CRA/PLA compliance requirements
• Create, maintain, monitor any reconciliation reports requested by corporate accounting or project staff
• Collection of unpaid customer invoices
• Monitor any unbilled costs on a project and report to management
• Monitor and report to management where an opportunity for additional billing exists
• Close out project upon completion – final subcontractor payments, final change orders, final releases, etc.
• Investigate project variances and submit variance reports to management
• Review certified payroll reporting

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Business Administration, or related focus
• A minimum of 2 years of accounting experience in the construction industry desired
• Proficient communication, interpersonal, analytical and organizational skills
• Experience with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, CMiC, Textura
• Possess self-management skills and ability to work with limited supervision
• A positive and professional attitude, and strong customer service skills

MATT Benefits Include:

• Yearly Bonus/Deferred Compensation eligible
• Robust and affordable insurance plan options
• 401(k) with matching
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Paid Time Off
• Education reimbursement
• Student Loan paydown plan

MATT Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We demonstrate through our recruiting efforts and subcontractor selection that we are committed to hiring, supporting, and advancing people from diverse cultures and perspectives. MATT Construction actively partners with organizations that provide a network of candidates with skills and experiences that lend to creating a rich and diverse workplace.

Pursuant to the Los Angeles/San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Salary Description

$35.82 to $43.27 p/h DOE