Senior Accountant

Overview

Mid-level accountant handling project financials, forecasts, and closeouts on construction sites.

Key Responsibilities

• contract management
• wip process
• forecast setup
• accounts payable
• closeout management
• change management

Tasks

-Manages contracts, amendments, insurance, bonds, SOV, Files, and Co Policies -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 -Assists the Accounting Manager or Business Controller with monthly Work in Process (WIP) process -Supervises interns -Develops and maintains positive professional relationships both internally and externally -Acts as an Independent Accountant during project forecast meetings to mitigate financial risk -Ensures timely management of accounts receivable and payables -Sets up and properly formats project financial forecasts to meet both the internal team and client reporting needs -Stretches assignments as needed by the business such as overseeing one accountant -Conducts timely and accurate reviews of requisitions and lien waivers -Evaluates change management for reporting inconsistencies -Manages the project financial closeout process -Manages monthly project forecast meetings and maintains accurate ETCs for labor and expenses -Coaches and mentors less experienced team members -Reviews and understands cost proposals

Requirements

• excel
• word
• bachelor's
• construction software
• 7-10 years
• problem solving

What You Bring

You are someone who acts inclusively, showing empathy and treating others with respect and dignity in order to uphold Gilbane’s core value of Caring and “People First” workplace culture. You seek to listen in order to understand and can convey information clearly. You’re a strong problem solver who can identify, prioritize, and implement alternatives for solutions, and you demonstrate adaptability by collaborating with others and supporting team members to achieve excellence. A self-starter who shows passion, commitment, and ownership all while delivering on business outcomes and driving results. You’re someone who identifies opportunities for new and improved ways of doing things that result in value-add solutions. Are you looking for a highly rewarding opportunity that provides extensive career growth opportunity? Gilbane is seeking a Senior Accountant that is a mid-level professional capable of fulfilling the project accounting and project financial forecasting requirements of multiple mid-sized and/or large projects, including day-to-day interface with project management, client and subcontractor personnel. This role will sit on the job site. -Demonstrates agility and adaptability by maintaining effectiveness and adjusting to change, exploring the rationale, trying new approaches, and collaborating with others to make the change successful -Or equivalent combination of education and experience -Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word -Ability to show passion and commitment while delivering on business outcomes; ability to create a sense of individual ownership and accountability -Understands and manages various contract types and delivery methods -Strong written and verbal communication skills -Ability to identify opportunities for new and improved ways of doing things that result in value added, unique, and differentiated solutions -7-10 years of experience -Ability to learn construction management and payment management software -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 -Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field -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 solve problems by identifying, prioritizing, and implementing alternatives for a solution

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Benefits

Gilbane offers an excellent total compensation package which includes competitive health and welfare benefits and a generous profit-sharing/401k plan. We invest in our employees’ education and have built Gilbane University into a top training organization in the construction industry. Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test. As a Top-10 ENR Contractor, Gilbane is a family-owned business with 45 offices that has been shaping communities since 1870. Consistently recognized as one of the most reputable construction management firms in the country, Gilbane is committed to delivering projects safely and on-time. You will have the opportunity to build schools, labs, hospitals, corporate offices, sports arenas and more! The Senior Accountant is considered a mid-level position within our Business Unit Accounting job family. By joining the company at this level, you have opportunity to grow in title, compensation, and responsibility. You will work with a team of experienced professionals that will provide initial training and guidance, and long-term partnership. Additionally, Gilbane offers employees multi-dimensional training opportunities through a number of resources. You will be able to enroll in trainings through our award-winning Gilbane University to build leadership and technical skills. We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. For Albany, NY this ranges from $85,000.00 - $110,000.00 plus benefits and retirement program.

About Gilbane

-As a family-owned company, Gilbane has built a reputation for excellence and reliability, operating through its two main subsidiaries: Gilbane Building Company and Gilbane Development Company. -The Gilbane Building Company is renowned for its comprehensive construction services, which encompass construction management, preconstruction, and facilities management. -On the real estate front, Gilbane Development Company is dedicated to creating and implementing dynamic real estate programs that cater to public, private, and nonprofit sectors. The company excels in real estate development, investment, and property management, offering a full spectrum of services that include site selection, financing, and project management. -Gilbane's approach is characterized by a client-focused philosophy, where the company adapts its global knowledge to address local challenges effectively.

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Security Clearance

-must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.