Project Accountant Assistant (San Diego Area)

Description

We are looking for a Project Accountant Assistant to support the accounting function of our San Diego Area's operations. The Project Accountant Assistant’s primary responsibility is to assist the Project Accountants and Job Cost Manager in monitoring job profitability for their respective Region and will also be responsible for the daily processing of invoices.

• Post daily cost accruals.
• Assist with administrative support, various projects, backup reception support etc.
• Assist project managers with the processing of contract billings.
• Provide liaison support between subcontractors, project accountants, and project managers/project engineers.
• Assist with collection efforts to minimize past due AR balances.
• Pushing/pulling of file cabinets
• Work with subcontractors to facilitate compliance and process subcontractor payments.
• Gather supporting documents for completing Time and Materials billing.
• Occasional lifting of files and boxes up to 20 lbs
• Issuance and tracking of subcontractor change orders

Requirements

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job.

• Must have excellent organizational skills.
• Frequent typing
• Effective communication
• Detail oriented
• Experience with processing subcontractor payments is preferred.
• Must be detail-oriented.
• Time management/multitasking
• Ability to accurately work under pressure in meeting deadlines.
• Most time spent in an indoor office environment
• Ability to perform analysis of spreadsheets relating to accounts receivable entry, accounts payable entry and general accounting, calculate figures and amounts including unit of measure issues, discounts and tax.
• Must be proficient with Excel, Word and Outlook applications.
• Critical thinking
• Minimum of 1 year experience in accounting.
• Ability to analyze data.
• Must have excellent communication and written skills.
• Extended visual use of a computer screen
• Analytical thinking

Benefits

Hourly rate: $25.00- $36.00

Relocation assistance will be provided to candidates outside of the local area on a case-by-case basis.

In addition to offering a comprehensive benefits package for all employees — including a superior health benefits package — Griffith Company also offers generous performance-based compensation. As part of an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Corporation, Griffith Company employees have the opportunity to directly and financially benefit from the Company's success. Other benefits include vacation time, sick days, paid holidays, and a 401K program. (Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements)

At Griffith Company, we recognize that people are our most valuable resource. We nurture that resource by fostering a work environment that encourages communication, respect and recognition. In this environment, Griffith Company employees flourish, taking their careers to new levels. In addition to offering a 120+ year history of quality, safety and excellence, Griffith Company has a dynamic, exciting and supportive culture where opportunity for growth abounds.

COMPANY BENEFITS PACKAGE

Training + Development

Interview process

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