Construction Accountant

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Job description

Job Title: Construction Accountant

Location: Sonora CA (Onsite)

Duration: Full Time Permanent
Schedule / Work site: Monday Friday office hours Work Location is in Sonora, CA. Must be able to work onsite full time. Schedule is flexible for commuting 7am 4:30pm or 8am - 5pm and possibility to have a shorter lunch.

Candidate will need to pass a background check and drug screen upon accepted offer.

Job description:

California Gold Development is a leading developer based in Northern California, who provides diverse services and exceeds client's expectations in Single-Tenant Projects, Shopping Centers, and Medical Centers.

As we continue to grow, we are seeking a talented Accountant to join the team and contribute to the success.

Responsibilities:

Assist with AP & AR invoice processing; provide financial and accounting support for all construction projects.

Reconcile accounts and support management with financial data entry and reporting for meetings and management decisions.

Provide administrative assistance in creation of subcontractor contracts and collection.

Work closely with the Director of Construction on the creation of monthly invoices to effectively manage QuickBooks.

Support the General Contracting division by providing accounting services and assisting in subcontractor commitments, payments, and lien services.

Facilitate, maintain, and enforce cost control measures.

Create bills accurately and timely within the portfolio and track to follow up on accounts receivable invoices.

Coordinate and track lien releases with multiple sub-contractors on various jobs.

Process sub-contractor invoices and facilitate payments in a timely manner.

Summarize current financial status by collecting information, preparing balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and other financial reports.

Substantiate financial transactions by auditing documents.

Reconcile financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account information.

Qualifications:

3-8 years of construction accounting experience

Strong Computer Skills including Excel, Microsoft Office, and QuickBooks.

Knowledge and experience with Lien releases

Strong Interpersonal and Communication Skills

Collaborative with team members at all levels.

Attention to detail, Time Management, and Data Entry Management.

Must be able to maintain financial security by following internal controls.

Must comply with federal, state, and local financial legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation, enforcing adherence to requirements, and advising management on needed actions.

Must maintain confidence and protect operations by keeping financial information confidential.

Must Have:

Construction accounting experience

Quickbooks

Looking for a candidate who has experience with RFP (bid requests from subcontractors) to review and vet contracts.

Facilitate proposals, gather company information, confirm insurance of company selected.

Track and file pre liens.

File documents and contract execution for subcontractor paperwork and invoices.

Ensure reporting is accurate.

Track and bill for progress billing and confirming with bank/insurance the project is completed before billing.

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