Walsh Group

Senior Project Accountant

Walsh Group$75K — $95K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, or business-related field
  • Minimum 5 years experience in construction accounting or related field

Responsibilities

  • Review and process subcontracts and change orders for compliance with terms
  • Collect and review project subcontractor/supplier lien waivers
  • Process subcontractor/supplier monthly project invoices accurately and timely
  • Understand and manage Walsh cost report and Accounting functions related to costs
  • Ensure timely submission and accuracy of project P&Ls
  • Perform cost transfers on project cost reports for Project Management
  • Conduct monthly analysis of owner billing and produce owner billing independently if required
  • Monitor cash flow and communicate A/R tracking with project teams

Benefits

  • Opportunity to manage mega-projects or multiple large projects
  • Independence in managing accounting operations
  • Collaboration with project staff and management
  • In-depth exposure to cost reporting and financial analysis
  • Potential for bonuses and additional benefits
Full Job Description
OVERVIEW

We are currently seeking a Senior Accountant for our Healthcare Division in Lexington, KY.

The Senior Accountant manages the accounting for a mega-project and/or multiple large projects. This individual is independent and maintains good rapport with project staff and the business group Accounting Manager and Controller.

RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Reviews and processes subcontracts, subcontract change orders and Performance and Payment bonds to ensure they are in compliance with specified terms.
  • Collects and reviews project subcontractor/supplier lien waivers.
  • Collects, reviews, and processes subcontractor/supplier monthly project invoices. Needs to ensure all invoices have been accrued properly and timely to the correct cost reports and phase codes. Ensures proper payments to all subcontractors and major suppliers.
  • Individual exhibits a high level understanding of the Walsh cost report and all of the Accounting functions related to the costs posted to the cost report.
  • Individual has a strong understanding of the Walsh monthly P&L process and ensures timely submittal of project P&Ls and reviews the P&Ls for accuracy.
  • Processes cost transfers on project cost report for Project Management staff.
  • This position requires an in depth monthly analysis of the owner billing and ability to produce owner billing independently, when applicable.
  • Collects, reviews and submits monthly owner billings to the Accounting Manager or Controller for processing.
  • Monitors cash flow and communicates with the project staffs on tracking A/R and when the projects are paid.
  • Works independently and manages the Accounting operations for mega-projects or multiple large projects.


QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, or business-related field
  • Minimum 5 years-experience in construction accounting or related field


Salary Range Disclaimer

Please note that job titles may span more than one career level. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, including but not limited to: training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role may also be eligible for a bonus and other benefits.

About Walsh Group

The Walsh Group is a construction company that provides general contracting, construction management, and design-build services. The company was founded in 1898 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. Walsh Group has completed a variety of projects, including highways, bridges, airports, and water treatment plants. The company has a strong focus on safety and sustainability, and has received numerous awards for its work in these areas. Walsh Group is one of the largest construction companies in the United States, with operations in more than 20 states.
Learn more about Walsh Group
Size
9,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1898

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