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This position is responsible for general accounting functions and maintaining the financial books and records for several clients. This position will report to a senior level of the CFO Strategies team with day-to-day accountability to each of the assigned clients. Candidates with construction accounting experience required. Sage 300 (Timberline) experience a plus. QuickBooks (Desktop and Online) software experience a plus. Percentage of completion accounting and job costing required. Responsibilities
Financial Management
Day-to-day accounting department activities, including the timely and accurate accounting and reporting of all transactions. Monitor cash position of the company, including the preparation of weekly/monthly cash flow projections. Maintain general ledger and prepare reconciliations of all significant accounts with external or other independent records. Prepare journal entries for certain transactions and make adjustments to existing accounts as necessary. Assist in the preparation of financial statements, based on the percentage of completion method (for construction clients), and prepare other key financial/business reports for management. Evaluate accounts receivable for collectability and pursuing collections. Work closely with project managers and chief estimator to ensure timely and accurate accounting and reporting of all job cost information, including percentage of completion of projects, and billings. Ensure any changes or adjustments are recorded on a timely basis. Prepare all monthly work in process schedules based on the percentage of completion method. Prepare necessary reports for external parties, including banks and other creditors, insurance and surety companies, underwriters, etc. Prepare for and participate in audits by external parties, including external accountants, unions, the IRS, etc. Evaluate the internal accounting controls of the company and making necessary recommendations for improvements. Monitoring compliance with the internal controls and operating procedures, and establishing periodic self-audit procedures. Benchmark controls, operating procedures, and systems with other similar companies and ensuring that we apply best practices in the industry. Ensure that all accounting records are adequately backed-up daily. General Management
Support and maintain strategies and work plans for clients in alignment with overall CFO Strategies vision. Participate in regular meetings to oversee the plan and ensure goals and objectives are met. Work collaboratively with other members of clients’ team and other CFO Strategies team members, where appropriate. Participate in additional projects for the client and CFO Strategies, as assigned. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration with an emphasis in accounting, or a related field. Professional certification (CPA) a plus. Advanced knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting best practices, laws, standards, and state/regulations. Construction accounting experience required, experience working with AIAs. Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Excel (v-lookups, pivot tables). QuickBooks (Online and Desktop) and Sage 300 (Timberline) software experience. Demonstrated knowledge of accounting and financial processes and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Analytical ability to develop and implement improvements or recommendations. Exceptional attention to detail. Able to work well with senior executives and team and coach and mentor other team members.
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This position is responsible for general accounting functions and maintaining the financial books and records for several clients. This position will report to a senior level of the CFO Strategies team with day-to-day accountability to each of the assigned clients. Candidates with construction accounting experience required. Sage 300 (Timberline) experience a plus. QuickBooks (Desktop and Online) software experience a plus. Percentage of completion accounting and job costing required. Responsibilities
Financial Management
Day-to-day accounting department activities, including the timely and accurate accounting and reporting of all transactions. Monitor cash position of the company, including the preparation of weekly/monthly cash flow projections. Maintain general ledger and prepare reconciliations of all significant accounts with external or other independent records. Prepare journal entries for certain transactions and make adjustments to existing accounts as necessary. Assist in the preparation of financial statements, based on the percentage of completion method (for construction clients), and prepare other key financial/business reports for management. Evaluate accounts receivable for collectability and pursuing collections. Work closely with project managers and chief estimator to ensure timely and accurate accounting and reporting of all job cost information, including percentage of completion of projects, and billings. Ensure any changes or adjustments are recorded on a timely basis. Prepare all monthly work in process schedules based on the percentage of completion method. Prepare necessary reports for external parties, including banks and other creditors, insurance and surety companies, underwriters, etc. Prepare for and participate in audits by external parties, including external accountants, unions, the IRS, etc. Evaluate the internal accounting controls of the company and making necessary recommendations for improvements. Monitoring compliance with the internal controls and operating procedures, and establishing periodic self-audit procedures. Benchmark controls, operating procedures, and systems with other similar companies and ensuring that we apply best practices in the industry. Ensure that all accounting records are adequately backed-up daily. General Management
Support and maintain strategies and work plans for clients in alignment with overall CFO Strategies vision. Participate in regular meetings to oversee the plan and ensure goals and objectives are met. Work collaboratively with other members of clients’ team and other CFO Strategies team members, where appropriate. Participate in additional projects for the client and CFO Strategies, as assigned. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration with an emphasis in accounting, or a related field. Professional certification (CPA) a plus. Advanced knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting best practices, laws, standards, and state/regulations. Construction accounting experience required, experience working with AIAs. Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Excel (v-lookups, pivot tables). QuickBooks (Online and Desktop) and Sage 300 (Timberline) software experience. Demonstrated knowledge of accounting and financial processes and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Analytical ability to develop and implement improvements or recommendations. Exceptional attention to detail. Able to work well with senior executives and team and coach and mentor other team members.
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