Gilbane Building is hiring: Accounting Excellence in Cleveland

Overview

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This role is open to any location and will sit remote with the option to go into a local Gilbane office.

Who are we?

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!

What’s in it for you?

Gilbane offers employees multi-dimensional training opportunities through resources such as Gilbane University to build leadership and technical skills. You will work with an experienced team, learn new industry skills daily, and demonstrate the personal characteristics of a developing leader. You will protect and promote the interests of both Gilbane and the client in all matters.

Responsibilities

• Work with subject matter experts to maintain and further develop process and procedures documentation.
• Utilize LEAN processes to include input from a large cross-section of the finance team and ensure best practices are included in all processes.
• Lead the process for standard training plan for all new accountants.
• Continuously develop and update reference material and best practices for all accounting and finance disciplines at Gilbane.
• Conduct in-person training as needed for entry-level and new accountants.
• Participate and provide training at Division Peer Group meetings.
• Partner with Gilbane University to develop online and in-person programs for training of existing staff to ensure consistent practices.
• Coordinate with Director of Accounting to ensure all processes incorporate proper internal controls.

Experience / Education

• BS Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or related field
• 5+ years of relevant experience in Accounting and Finance, preferably with Gilbane or another construction company
• LEAN certification or project management training
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Highly organized with the ability to meet key deadlines
• Ability to lead large groups of subject matter experts in remote locations with ongoing follow-up
• Project management, process implementation, and scheduling skills
• Thorough understanding of construction project accounting processes
• Advanced experience with Gilbane systems including CMiC, Textura, MicroStrategy, PowerPoint, Excel and Word

This position can be performed remotely or from any U.S. location where Gilbane has an office. Salary to be determined based on location, skills, education, and experience. The pay ranges from $84,000.00-$116,000.00 plus benefits and retirement program. Gilbane offers a comprehensive total compensation package including health benefits and a profit-sharing/401k plan. Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.

Gilbane is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status.