As a Accountant for PCL Construction Services, Inc. in Bellevue, Washington, you'll have the opportunity to apply your accounting expertise to complex construction projects while leading project financial processes, supporting strategic decision-making through financial analysis and forecasting, mentoring junior team members, driving process improvements, and helping ensure projects are delivered successfully from both an operational and financial perspective.
Responsibilities- Performs general accounting and administrative functions to meet contractual requirements for operational and basic accounting for large projects.
- Completes and reviews all financial transactions in a timely and accurate manner.
- Provides project teams with ad hoc reports and analysis as the need arises.
- Assembles information for internal and external financial reporting requirements.
- Prepares bank deposits, monthly reconciliations, and cash receipt entries.
- Identifies any irregularities or risk exposure and supports the development of a strategy to address them.
- Communicates to project team and accounting management any compliance and project risks and assists with risk mitigation.
- Assembles client billings packages in accordance with contract terms and conditions and ensures timely payment.
- Reviews contracts and interprets trade partner documentation for accounting-related items and assists with project setup procedures.
- Supervises, mentors and coaches entry level accounting staff.
Qualifications- Postsecondary degree or diploma in a related discipline.
- Active pursuit of accounting designation considered an asset.
- 3-5 years of accounting experience in construction or a related industry preferred.
- Advanced understanding of full-cycle accounting and project forecasting and budgeting.
- Intermediate knowledge of government legislation and generally accepted accounting principles.
- Intermediate knowledge of project costing principles, recoveries, insurance, and contract/subcontract requirements as related to accounting.
- Understands and complies with all labor agreements, government legislation, and PCL policies and procedures.
- Intermediate understanding of owner contracts as they relate to payment terms, billing requirements, audit rights, and cost-of-work definition, insurance, and bonding.
- Exhibits strong management skills, with the ability to delegate and coordinate activities and lead and motivate employees.
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and experience with accounting software.
The estimated salary range for this role is $95,500 to $118,500, based on your experience and qualifications. Final compensation will be confirmed as part of a personalized offer.
Company: PCL Construction Services, Inc.
Primary Location: Bellevue, Washington
Job Title: Accountant
Requisition ID: 14219
