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RailWorks

Project Accountant

RailWorks, New York, New York, us, 10261

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Benefits Offering RailWorks is committed to helping our employees live better lives. We offer comprehensive benefits packages to eligible employees, including competitive pay, medical, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, and additional performance incentives.

Compensation $100,000 - $125,000 / year

Position Summary The Project Accountant is responsible for tracking the expenses such as time, material, labor and other costs incurred in each project against revenue/profitability in order to assist in making financial decisions regarding those jobs as well as future jobs. This includes analyzing financial information and preparing financial reports by compiling information, preparing profit and loss statements, and utilizing appropriate accounting control procedures.

Primary/Essential Responsibilities and Duties

Responsible for analyzing project trends in performance and makes appropriate recommendations, will also be involved with the annual budget process and forecasting

Works closely with the Project Managers in preparing and maintaining project budgets, which will be utilized to analyze budget variances and to prepare estimates of costs to complete

Prepares monthly forecast

Responsible for preparing cash flow/revenue projections

Prepares and analyzes operating and financial reports monthly

Assists the Project Managers in preparing progress invoices, change order preparation, and sub-contractor management

Reviews equipment internal billings to project

Supports the Regional Controller in forecasting and business planning

Provides ad hoc financial analysis and reports for management as requested

Required Skills and Qualifications

Minimum of Five (5) years’ construction experience required

Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting, CPA an asset

Working knowledge of percentage-of-completion accounting for construction contracts preferred

Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles

Knowledge of federal, provincial, and local financial regulations

Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements and projections

Ability to perform with a high level of discretion, professionalism, and integrity

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Proficient working knowledge of financial and accounting software applications; experience with JDE preferred, v. 8.10 or later, preferred

Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office suite with advanced Excel skills.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Works in an office environment

Frequently sits for long periods of time

Frequently speaks, reads, writes and uses a computer keyboard

May require occasional standing, walking, lifting, stooping, or bending.

Footer - EEO This job description is not intended to represent a complete, comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities that may be required in this position. There may be unplanned activities and other duties as assigned.

RailWorks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with Railworks without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

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