Raleigh, NC

Description:
As a Construction Accountant at Cooper Tacia General Contracting Company, you will play a critical role by using your financial expertise to oversee that projects are efficiently executed and stay within budget. This position requires someone who is efficient, detail-oriented, can multi-task, enjoys customer contact, and is a team player. You will report directly to the Controller.

Responsibilities:

• Perform professional-level accounting work in the review and adequate maintenance of fiscal records.
• Manage the company’s financial affairs and general bookkeeping.
• Oversee bookkeepers (if any), set up and monitor the accounting system and interpret data from the bookkeeper’s activities.
• Manage the general ledger in accordance with GAAP. Including bank reconciliations, accounts payable, and job costs.
• Monitor and manage daily all company bank accounts.
• Review and approve payables weekly for payment.
• Manage the preparation of monthly invoice packages for all billable projects, including all applicable backup.
• Review accounting files, perform monthly closings and prepare/organize reports, financial forms, and analyses including Profit and Loss and Balance sheets on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis.
• Ensure a smooth cash flow by auditing, generating, and sending invoices promptly.
• Set up new projects in Job Cost and the necessary spreadsheets (daily).
• Investigate the project variances and submit these reports to the management.
• Assist with preparation of annual tax returns, audits, and other regulatory submissions.
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting.
• Review project budgets, including fee structures, staffing, and work plans.
• Run monthly accounting meetings with the construction/project management team to review upcoming projections/billings.
• Work closely with Construction Project Managers from beginning to end of a project to ensure receivables and payables are handled properly and timely.
• Oversee and handle the creation and approval of all project-related billings to customers to foster good communication and avoid issues.
• Ensure that appropriate reports and documentation are submitted to and are updated with the IRS.
• Ensure that the accounting process complies with the law.
• Apply required construction accounting standards and procedures to the recording and reporting of construction activity.
• Understand terms in owner contracts and subcontractor contracts to ensure accuracy and timeliness of progress billings and payments.
• Understand and maintain standard cost codes in the accounting system.
• Communicate with various funding agencies (i.e. Title Company, Escrow Company) regarding the pay application process and requirements needed for payment.
• Manage lien waiver disbursement and collection.
• Monitor and resolve bank issues including fee anomalies and check differences.
• Assist with implementing and maintaining internal financial controls and procedures.
• Maintain current depreciation schedules.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field
• Minimum 3 years accounting experience
• Microsoft Word, Team, and strong Excel skills
• Proficiency in electronic accounting systems, such as Sage Construction 100 (formerly Timberline) and Quickbooks to aid better accountability

Qualifications:

• Have a deep understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Have excellent communication skills towards effective & efficient collaboration
• Possesses superior attention to detail in order to spot inconsistencies in contracts
• Able to work productively independently and as part of a team
• Must have excellent analytical thinking skills and problem-solving abilities
• Should exhibit strong organizational and time management abilities
• Excellent computer skills
• Advanced proficiency in managing account reconciliations, general ledgers, and journal entries
• Exceptional ability to prepare construction/project budgets, tax reports, and financial forecasts
• Efficient and extensive experience in project invoicing and billing to ensure adequate payment services

Type: Full-time
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Benefits: Health Insurance, Vision & Dental Insurance, PTO, 401K

Application Process: All interested individuals must
submit: cover letter, resume, and three references
email to: resumes@coopertacia.com

We are an equal opportunity and drug-free workplace.
Pre-employment drug screening required.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification.  They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required.  Personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.