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Project Accountant

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In-Office
Charlotte, NC, USA
Mid level
In-Office
Charlotte, NC, USA
Mid level
The Project Accountant will manage project financials, prepare reports, assist with audits, and work closely with the construction team.
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Job Description

DPR Construction is seeking a project accountant with at least 3 years of cost and/or commercial construction accounting experience. This individual will be ultimately responsible for the day-to-day accounting of project financials as well as other duties in a growing construction office. Project accountants will work closely with all members of the regional office team (including project managers, engineers, superintendents and field office coordinators). Responsibilities will include but may not be limited to the following:

  • Project job cost accounting including preparation of owner draws, collection of payments, and subcontractor compliance.
  • Creation and analysis of financial reports.
  • Journal entries and job costs for projects.
  • Assisting with strategic planning/forecasting of project financials.
  • Risk management and notice to owner (NTO) tracking.   

  • Cash management and reporting.
  • Assisting with project audits.
  • Support operations staff. 

  • Assisting corporate staff with other duties on an as-needed basis.
  • Review owner contracts to understand accounting requirements.
Qualifications

We are looking for a flexible, detail-oriented team player with the ability to manage multiple tasks, produce quality work, and consistently meet deadlines. The successful candidate will possess:

  • Excellent listening skills and strong oral and written communication skills.
  • The ability to identify, analyze and resolve complex issues.
  • Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office applications and in accounting cost management software (CMiC or similar).
  • 3+ years of experience as a cost accountant, preferably within the construction Industry.
  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field or CCIFP.
  • A strong work ethic and a “can-do anything” attitude.

DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world.

Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore unique paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together—by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek.

Explore our open opportunities at www.dpr.com/careers.

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