Project Accountant

Our Company views employees as our most valuable asset, and the key to our success. We are committed to growing a diverse and inclusive culture that inspires, motivates, and continuously improves. Community involvement, employee empowerment, and strong relationships makes The Weitz Company a great place to work.

The Weitz Company is seeking a Project Accountant to be located out of our West Palm Beach, FL office. 

This position is responsible for accounting onsite or in the office, related to preparation of monthly owner billings. 

What You’ll Do Every Day:

• Properly code and process all voucher information attributed to assigned projects.
• Submit monthly progress payments to the project manager and project superintendent for subcontractors.
• Verify all invoice extensions and discount information prior to processing payment. Monitor payable and retainage information for all subcontractors and vendors. Manage distribution of vendor payments.
• Reconcile payment summary for each vendor on an assigned project(s),
• Review contracts for release of retainage and notify project manager of upcoming releases.
• Review/file commitments according to job, verifying the accuracy of sales tax and retainage notations as well as insurance and bond requirements.
• Work with the project team to resolve any discrepancies between invoice and commitments.
• Set up, monitor, and close out all work orders and cost packages associated with assigned projects. Assist project team with cost information and reporting as needed.
• Set up appropriate cost codes as needed on assigned jobs. Prepare monthly progress billings to clients.
• Identify and report to the project team discrepancies involving payables and receivables.
• Demonstrate the ability to learn the monthly profit projection process.
• Demonstrate the ability to understand how the job costing system interfaces with the general ledger, project management, and estimating systems.
• Train project team on accounting processes as required.
• Preparation of monthly owner billing including updating G702 and G703
• Identify and reconcile discrepancies month over month on Owner billings.
• Attention to detail required
• Proficiency in complex excel formulas (with ability to identify and correct formula issues)
• Experience with Direct Purchase Orders preferred
• Experience with CCIP Insurance preferred
• Construction experience preferred
• Other duties and projects as assigned
  

What We’re Looking For: 

• Education: An associate’s degree is required in a related field.
• Experience:A minimum of three (3) years of accounting experience is strongly preferred. Experience with basic accounting and invoicing is desired. Construction Experience Preferred.
• Technology: Proficiency in basic computer software programs such as Microsoft Word, Powerpoint, and Outlook, with the familiarity to complete advanced functions in Excel (i.e. pivot tables, vlookup, formulas). Employee should have the ability to learn other specific software (JDE, electronic filing system, etc.) and the interplay between the designated job costing system. 
  

What We Offer: 

• Competitive Pay
• Rewarding Bonus Program
• Comprehensive Benefits Package with Tax-Advantaged HSA and FSA offerings
• Employer-Paid Short and Long Term Disability Programs
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off Provisions
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan With Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Fully Paid Parental Leave
• Voluntary Products including: Critical Illness Insurance and Accident Insurance
• Corporate Wellness Program with Wellness Time Off and Rewards

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position at this time. 

The Weitz Company is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment (minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected categories in accordance with state and federal laws). The Company is a drug and alcohol free workplace and background checks are required if applicable. Click here to review our Privacy Notice.  

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