Project Accountant, Mission Critical

Project Accountant, Mission Critical

Best People + Right Culture. These are the driving forces behind JE Dunn's success. By hiring inspired people, giving them interesting and challenging work, enabling them with innovative tools, and letting them share in the company's rewards, we've found a sustainable way to grow in our industry for the last 100+ years. Our diverse teams around the country strive to enrich lives through inspired people and places everyday, and we need inspired people like you to join us in our pursuit of building perfection.

JE Dunn's Advanced Facilities Group (AFG) combines Mission Critical, Advanced Industries, and Industrial & Manufacturing into one high-performing team focused on cutting-edge work to serve innovative clients on large Industrial & Manufacturing, Data Center, and Semiconductor projects. As part of the Advanced Facilities team, you'll work on some of the most advanced construction projects across the country, growing your career alongside our diverse team of industry professionals.

Role Summary

The Project Accountant will be responsible for performing basic to intermediate level accounting duties of assigned project(s), including transactional accounting and complex invoicing, as well as analyzing financial information and preparing financial reports to support the operations team of the assigned project(s). All activities will be performed in support of the strategy, vision and values of JE Dunn.

Key Role Responsibilities - Core

• Prepares, examines and analyzes project cost accounting records and reports.
• Performs any necessary cost transfers to accurately record job cost activity.
• Assists project team with interpreting financial key performance indicators.
• Prepares owner billing in compliance with the terms and conditions of the owner contract, on a monthly, interim or milestone basis.
• Compiles all required back-up documentation for owner billings.
• Oversees the processing of trade partner pay applications timely and provides initial review for mechanical accuracy of the billings.
• Monitors status of owner payment for compliance with contract terms and follow up as needed.
• Assists with month-end reconciliation, including unbilled reports.
• Provides additional analytical support regarding project status and performance as needed.
• Assists in preparation of project-specific audits by providing documentation and backup required by external auditors.
• Assists Project Manager in closing projects and contracts once project is complete and all costs are billed and collected.
• Conducts final review of all project financials to ensure billings and cost budgets are complete and ready to close.
• Identifies opportunities for process improvements and establishes appropriate documentation.

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Benefits Information

The benefits package aligned to this position is Professional Non-Union. Please click the link below for more details.

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