Teichert · 3 weeks ago
Project Accounting Assistant
Sacramento, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$21.23/hr - $29.73/hr
1+ years expTeichert is a construction company that is looking for a Project Accounting Assistant I to support company-wide project accounting objectives. The role involves preparing and submitting contract progress billings, processing subcontractor payments, and maintaining accurate documentation to support audits.
Building MaterialConstructionInfrastructureProperty Management
Responsibilities
Effectively oversee the billing process by initiating billings and coordinating with the Project Management team to ensure timely and accurate submissions to customers in accordance with contract requirements
Review contracts for billing requirements, including owner required documents and additional reporting requirements (Insurance/DBE etc.)
Collect and review lien releases from subcontractors and suppliers, as required
Communicate billing rejections and required revisions to the Project Management team to ensure timely resubmission and compliance with contract requirements
Guide Project Management team on the process for creating Pending Change Orders (PCOs) as requested
Offer support to PM team when necessary for creation of PCO’s
Maintain electronic records to verify quantities, prices, payment terms, subcontracts, extra work, and other data required for reconciling invoices with payments
Manages a small to medium volume of jobs
Performs all tasks for 100% of the jobs assigned in a timely manner
Meets financial, business, and project deadlines
Maintains complete and accurate documentation to support both internal and external audits
Partners with the Credit Department to help reduce turnaround time on receivables and improve cash flow efficiency
Builds and maintains positive working relationships with internal and external customers, vendors, and contractors
Maintains a favorable impression of the company with external customers through professional and courteous interactions
Actively supports the Teichert Family of Companies, F.A.S.T and Project Accounting team goals
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting (or related field) or equivalent combination of technical training and related experience
1-3 years' experience in construction accounting, or equivalent combination of technical training and related experience
Successful completion of pre-employment drug, alcohol, and background investigation
Valid Driver's License
Current on all company required safety and regulatory training
Ability to preserve confidential and proprietary information and successfully avoid conflicts-of-interest
An understanding of the construction industry, particularly in infrastructure/heavy construction
General financial analysis skills
Ability to use logic and sound reasoning to solve difficult problems
Aptitude to perform total cost analysis
Demonstrates strong prioritization and time management skills
Driven to meeting or exceeding business and financial milestones
Excellent judgment and decision-making
Strong communication skills: verbal, written, presentation, facilitation and listening
Demonstrates the ability to collaborate effectively and foster engagement among team members
Strong focus on customer satisfaction
Ability to interpret, summarize and communicate complex reports, analysis and information to others in a way that is easily understood
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and construction accounting software (Trimble Vista preferred)
Occasional overnight travel
Company
Teichert
Teichert is a construction company operating in California.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Ron Gatto
EVP, CFO
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