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Gilbane Building · 1 day ago

Accountant II

Houston, TX

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Gilbane Building is a family-owned business recognized as a reputable construction management firm. They are seeking an Accountant II to handle project accounting and financial forecasting for small to mid-sized jobs, collaborating closely with project management and subcontractors.

Commercial Real EstateConstructionReal Estate

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Manages contracts, amendments, insurance, bonds, SOV, Files, and Co Policies

Conducts timely and accurate review of requisitions and lien waivers

Sets up and properly formats project financial forecasts to meet both the internal team and client reporting needs

Manages monthly project forecast meetings and maintains accurate ETCs for labor and expenses

Ensures timely management of accounts receivable and payables

Manages the project financial closeout process

Develops and maintains positive professional relationships both internally and externally

Assists with the development of contract abstracts

Assists with internal and external audits while responding as directed

Reviews Work in Process (WIP) on assigned projects and thoroughly understands and explains variances and balances

Qualification

AccountingFinancial forecastingProject managementMicrosoft ExcelConstruction management softwareCost controlWritten communicationVerbal communicationProblem solvingAdaptability

Required

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field

3-8 years of experience

Or equivalent combination of education and experience

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word

Ability to learn construction management and payment management software

Knowledge of the overall project execution process including budgeting, project forecasting, cost control, schedule, anticipated cost, and project profitability

Knowledge of construction industry insurance products and construction pricing components

Ability to communicate effectively, listens to understand, and can clearly convey information in all forms based on the audience to ensure shared meaning of the message

Acts inclusively by ensuring that actions and behaviors are respectful, shows empathy and treats others with dignity; leverages capabilities and insights of individuals with diverse perspectives, abilities, and motivation

Ability to solve problems by identifying, prioritizing, and implementing alternatives for a solution

Demonstrates agility and adaptability by maintaining effectiveness and adjusting to change by exploring the rationale, trying new approaches, and collaborating with others to make the change successful

Ability to show passion and commitment while delivering on business outcomes; ability to create a sense of individual ownership and accountability

Ability to identify opportunities for new and improved ways of doing things that result in value added, unique and differentiated solutions

Benefits

Competitive health and welfare benefits

Generous profit-sharing/401k plan

Gilbane University

Company

Gilbane Building

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Gilbane Building Company provides a full slate of construction and facilities-related services—from preconstruction services planning and integrated consulting capabilities to comprehensive construction management, general contracting, design-build, and facility management services— for clients across various markets.

Founded in 1870

Providence, Rhode Island, USA

1001-5000 employees