Project Accountant - Nautilus Homes

Project Accountant

Sarasota, FL
Nautilus Homes

About Us: Nautilus Custom Homes is a second-generation family-owned award-winning luxury waterfront home builder in Sarasota, Florida. Awarded the 2022 American Institute of Architects Florida Builder of The Year award, along with national recognition for various projects including Home of The Year for North America. We are poised to continue our exponential growth. If you would like to be a part of this award-winning team, please see below.

Nautilus Homes has grown substantially in recent years and continues to push the boundaries through our partnerships with trade partners and design professionals. Each of our homes are designed by award-winning local and national design firms. If you enjoy building to exacting standards, you should apply!
Our core values of honesty, Integrity, Communication, Passion, and Innovation informs our clients, vendors, and community who we are and drives our decisions.
We believe our employees are our greatest asset, maintaining a small staff of exceptional people, where there is a huge opportunity for growth.

Learn more at: https://nautilus-homes.com/

Job Description: Nautilus Homes is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Project Accountant to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing the financial aspects of our construction projects, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency. This role is critical to our operations, providing financial insights and support to project managers and senior leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage project budgets, forecasts, and financial reports.
• Monitor and control project costs, identifying and addressing variances.
• Prepare and review project billing, ensuring accuracy and timely invoicing.
• Reconcile project accounts and resolve discrepancies.
• Create project accounts in the accounting system.
• Maintain project-related records, including contracts and change orders.
• Authorize access to project accounts and the transfer of expenses into and out of project-related accounts.
• Review and approve supplier invoices, time sheets, and overhead charges related to projects.
• Review account totals related to project assets and expenses.
• Investigate project variances and submit variance reports to management.
• Confer with receivables staff regarding unpaid contract billings.
• Report on project profitability and any opportunities for additional billings to management.
• Report to management regarding the remaining funding available for projects.
• Create all project-related billings to customers.
• Investigate all project expenses not billed to customers and respond to customer requests for more detail.
• Approve the write-off of any project-related billings that cannot be billed to or collected from customers.
• Close out project accounts upon project completion.
• Create and submit government reports and tax returns related to projects.
• Compile information for internal and external auditors, as required.
• Collaborate with project managers to develop and maintain project schedules and budgets.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, contractual obligations, and regulatory requirements.
• Provide financial analysis and reporting to support decision-making.
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements and audits.
• Maintain accurate and organized project documentation and records.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA or CMA certification preferred.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in construction accounting or project accounting.
• Proficiency in Sage 100 Contractor accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong understanding of construction project accounting principles.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment.
• The chance to work on prestigious, high-end construction projects.

How to Apply: If you are a dedicated and experienced Project Accountant looking to join a dynamic team, please submit your resume and cover letter.

Nautilus Homes is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.