Project Accountant - Live Oak Contracting

Project Accountant Position Description

Job Summary

The Project Accountant is responsible for managing the day to day accounting for company projects as assigned by the CFO. Enter and maintain complete, full-cycle construction job cost accounting for assigned construction projects including project start up and close out, contract administration, and subcontractor / vendor relations. Successful candidates will have experience in multifamily construction and exemplify our core values. This position is located in Jacksonville, Florida.

Core Responsibilities

· Enter in complete contract and subcontract information for our contracted constructions jobs including approved budgets and change orders.

· Collect, cost code, obtain approval and input all invoices into Timberline.

· Process weekly check runs.

· Process pay applications to our clients on a monthly basis, including entry into Timberline.

· Process Subcontractors’ pay applications on a monthly basis., including entry into Timberline.

· Draft and track all waivers to accompany pay applications.

· Draft and track all waivers for subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers.

· Provide monthly Job Cost reports to CFO, Project Manager, and Senior Management – with comprehension as to where we stand relative to the Job Cost Budget.

· Interface with Project Manager and Senior Management on all aspects of construction accounting.

· File all associated documents electronically as needed.

· Review cost code activity for accuracy.

· Handle vendor and subcontractor inquiries timely.

· Managing special payment terms and monitor joint check agreements.

· Maintain subcontractor/vendor relations.

· Multi-State sales tax reporting.

· Job Close-Out- initiate and monitor this process issuing and collecting final lien waivers.

· Other duties as assigned by Controller.

· Verify Current Labor Compliance.

Qualifications

· 2 years related construction experience; multi-family preferred.

· Able to manage multiple, competing priorities in a deadline driven environment.

· Strong attention to detail and the ability to produce work that is accurate, complete, and error-free.

· Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with others.

· Must be computer literate and able to use applicable software consistent with responsibilities.

· Success factors include reliability, positive attitude, professionalism, and an eagerness to learn.

· Ability to collaborate with senior management and interact with clients, subcontractors and vendors

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/assignment, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law. We are a drug-free workplace.