Construction Staff Accountant (Req #: 1213) - O'Brien & Company

At O'Brien, we are dedicated to redefining the way we build.

Be part of a team merging ideas, technologies, and actions to help some of the best places in the Pacific Northwest move forward. We are a diverse group of craftspeople, makers, graphic artists, architects, accountants, business developers and marketers who thrive on collaboration. Our team is intentionally diverse and integrated. Our culture is energetic, innovative, and inclusive - you can comfortably bring your whole self to work with people you trust.

Our communities deserve higher performing buildings. And we have created a company around rethinking what we design and how we build it. So, we dive deep to understand each community's specific challenges and to help to shape its opportunities in a rapidly changing world. This unconventional approach is helping our clients and their communities become more resilient and optimistic as our projects come to life.

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https://obrien-co.com/

Position Description:

We promote a safe, open learning environment, and the Construction Staff Accountant will play a crucial role in our accounting department, overseeing Accounts Receivable, Job Cost and Reconciliations. In addition to main responsibilities, this individual will manage Construction and Architecture job cost related tasks while also working on process improvement projects as available.

Main Role & Responsibilities:

Accurately process AP invoices in a timely manner, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.

Work closely with vendors and other internal stakeholders to resolve questions regarding AP invoice discrepancies.

Maintain clear and effective communication with both external vendors and internal teams to facilitate smooth operations and prompt resolution of issues.

Collaborate with Accounting Manager to ensure seamless integration of accounts payable processes and accurate billing records.

Run weekly AP reports and summarize outstanding issues for review.

Proactively identify and resolve any issues related to vendor payments or discrepancies in collaboration with the accounting team.

Maintain organized and up-to-date documentation for all transactions and ensure compliance with relevant regulations and internal controls.

Run monthly cost, revenue, and accounts receivable reports for review with project teams as they relate to project billing.

Support Accounting Manager on billing, budgeting, job set-up, cost-related reviews, and reporting questions and issues.

Provide support to the accounting team as needed, participating in team meetings and contributing to process improvements.

Assist with month-end reconciliations for specific accounts.

Success in this Role:

Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with both internal and external stakeholders.

Ideal candidates will have an accounting degree/strong accounting background.

Proficient in Microsoft Excel.

Experience working in Viewpoint Construction Software preferred.

Must possess a professional demeanor and a desire to learn as a team player.

Strong leadership qualities, self-motivated and a positive team player.

Strong problem-solving skills; Deadline and detail-oriented.

Possess an eagerness to make improvements and dive into the capabilities of the accounting software.

Must be comfortable being reactionary and be flexible jumping from various tasks on an as-needed basis.

Excellent organizational and time management skills, ability to take initiative, be flexible, use good judgement,

Demonstrate a strong sense of urgency and follow up and carry multiple projects through completion.

Ability to master project-specific software systems including but not limited to: Microsoft Office 365 suite, Viewpoint, Keystyle, and Adobe.

Job Category: Administrative

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor degree in Accounting (or similar)
• A minimum of 2-4 years Accounting experience
• Advanced experience in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe and Accounting Management Systems.
• This position is eligible for a hybrid workplace schedule, with a 2 day in office requirement.

EOE:

O'Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Inquiries will be handled confidentially.

PERKS!

• 401(k) with company match
• Company Paid Health, Dental & Vision insurance
• Company Paid Life insurance
• Company Paid Long Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company Paid Holidays
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Profit Sharing
• Family building benefits
• Employee discounts
• Fun events

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