Hermanson Company · 5 hours ago
Senior Project Accountant
Kent, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$90K/yr - $110K/yr
5+ years expHermanson Company is a standout Mechanical company that has been doing business in the Puget Sound area since 1979. The Senior Project Accountant works in collaboration with the Finance Team and Business Unit Leaders to advise on finance-related activities and maximize profitability for each Business Unit while ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.
ConsultingReal Estate
Hiring Manager
Tracy Dieni
Responsibilities
Analyzes Business Unit Financial Statement reports Work In Progress schedule detailing project risks and related financial statement impacts
Actively works with project managers and participates in monthly financial project status (ECAC) review
Participates in final ECAC to ensure project is ready for financial closeout in the accounting system
Participates in contract review process offering strategic recommendations to maximize profitability and mitigate risk
Participates in project handoff from sales team to construction team, communicates billing necessities to project team, and facilitates accounting role/responsibility to project team
Reviews and strategizes with team on responses to all project audits to maximize profitability and minimize risks
Communicates to project team, and Business Group Leaders for any late paying projects, or at-risk accounts
Actively reviews project COP log and strategizes with project team to mitigate risk
Actively reviews project CPM, 3/6 week look ahead, labor projections – is sensitive to project changes that will impact budgets, and billings
Manages project compliance with assistance from the Enterprise Compliance Specialist
Actively works with the Finance Team to develop, review and update Standard Operating Procedures
Provides Leadership/Mentorship for the Project Accountants and Assistant PA’s through actively involving them in discussions and training that foster growth and development
Assist with other duties throughout the Project Accounting team as needed
Qualification
Required
Demonstrated experience in the areas mentioned above, having successfully performed the project accountant duties for more than 5 years
An understanding of GAAP and the ability to create and understand Business Unit financial statements
Familiarity with contract language and able to strategize on using the contract as a tool to maximize profitability
A detailed understanding of construction industry terms
Treats internal and external partners with strong customer service
Exceptional organization and administrative skills
High level of initiative and a desire and ability to grow and learn quickly
Strong computer skills, especially with Excel and MS Office
Ability to navigate databases, enterprise systems and online content with ease
Ability to work independently and with a team
Embodies the Hermanson Company Purpose, Core Values and the Five Behaviors of Highly Effective Teams. Has a can-do attitude and works well on a team
Must possess a high level of interpersonal relationship skills
Ability to build confidence and respect from others through partnering skills, furthering the purpose of the Finance team
Professional appearance, conduct, and business dress code that communicates professionalism, level of sophistication, intelligence and credibility. Dresses to fit the business audience--this means a dress code one notch of formality above your audience
Preferred
Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 accounting software is preferable
Bachelors degree in accounting preferred, or equivalent experience
Benefits
Very Competitive Compensation w/Bonus
Medical, dental, vision for employees (coverage available for dependents)
401k retirement plan including 3.75% Company Matching
Vacation and Sick Leave Compensation (PTO), and Holiday Pay!
Disability income protection
Employee and dependent life insurance
Growth & development opportunities
In-House company training program
Certificate & Tuition Reimbursement
Wellness Program
Employee Assistance Program
Company
Hermanson Company
Hermanson Company is a construction company that offers mechanical construction and design-build engineering services.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Gail Love
VP of HR & Talent Acquisition
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