Project Accountant I Solar

Description

We are committed to building a workplace where everyone feels heard and respected, and extending our culture of care so that every individual can reach their full potential. We want you to have a sense of belonging and feel valued for your contributions and the perspectives you bring.

Summary:

The Project Accountant I position provides accounting, project controls, and job-cost support to clients, project managers, and operation managers. This job aims to work with project managers and customer contacts to accurately invoice work performed and provide reporting and documentation as clients and contracts require. This role requires knowledge of budgeting, Earned Value Analysis, project cost tracking, and monthly forecasting. This position is supporting solar projects.

Requirements:

• Assists in developing, reviewing, and transferring project budgets.

• Develops a Schedule of Values and Pay Applications per contract terms with Project Managers.

• Accounts Receivable reporting and collection.

• Conducts final job audits and commitment closeouts.

• Facilitates the bond process.

• Facilitates prevailing wage reporting and requirements when necessary.

• Handles job cost review and reclassification.

• Investigates project variances and works with the project team to reclass to address the issue

• Manages production quantity tracking.

• Performs Earned Value Analysis and reporting.

• Analyzes the data and reports out to operation and construction management.

• Administers sales tax processes pertinent to assigned projects.

• Projects forecasting report support and analysis.

• Assists in monthly forecast modeling.

• Assists team in process documentation by administering management of subcontracts and client contracts.

• Assists in client change management.

• Manages sub-contractor's change management process.

• Manages sub-contractor pay packages monthly.

• Attends work regularly and punctually, as scheduled or expected.

• Complies with Employee Handbook, Code of Conduct, and Company Policies & Procedures.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Presents, supports, and leads-by-example with a safety and quality-oriented attitude.

• Facilitates project warranty tracking.

• Assists team in process documentation.

• Participates in project kick-off and closeout meetings.

• Supports project team in the use of Procore financial tools.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, or engineering related field OR equivalent (equivalent is 1 year of experience) required.

• 1 or more years of accounting, finance, project controls, or project management experience preferred.

• 1 or more years' construction experience preferred.

• 1 or more years' earned value analysis experience preferred.

• Ability to travel domestically 5 to 15% required.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, specifically Intermediate Excel knowledge, including pivot tables.

• Experience with SAGE software, Procore, ERP, or Reporting Systems is a plus.

• Ability to manage tight deadlines and handle multiple complex tasks in a fast-paced, changing environment.

• Entry-level understanding of Earned Value Analysis is a plus.

• Strong communication skills and ability to interact and communicate with all levels of leaders.

• Ability to interpret financial reporting.

• Ability to understand project schedules.

• Functional competencies include attention to detail, prioritization, communication, system thinking, and self-knowledge & self-learning.

Anticipated base salary range: $26.44 - $31.25

The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. This position is bonus eligible.

RES offers benefits that are effective first day of employment. These benefits include the following:

• Medical, Dental and Vision

• Health Savings Account with employer contribution

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• 4x pay Basic Life and Voluntary Life

• Short and Long Term Disability

• Accident, Hospital, and Critical Illness

• 401 (k) plan with 6% company match

• 4 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO) and 10 Paid Holidays

• Tuition Reimbursement and Green Car Reimbursement

• Volunteer and Charity Matching

• Paid Parental Leave and Paid Sabbatical Leave

• Employee Referral Bonus

• Employee Discounts and Wellness programs

• Wellness Reimbursement

Physical requirements and environment:

The work environment and physical demands characteristics are representative of those the employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Rarely: Climbing, crouching, kneeling, pulling/pushing/lifting between 5-15lbs., and stooping are required.

Occasionally: Carrying 5-15lbs., gripping, handling, pinching, and walking are required.

Frequently: Standing is required.

Constantly: Reading, grasping, hearing, reaching, vision, repetitive motion, and sitting is required.

Rarely exposed to extreme cold, heat, and humidity, and wet climates, in the working environment.

Occasionally exposed to noise and hazards in the work environment.

We maintain a drug-free workplace. Candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment background investigation and drug test as a condition of employment.

RES is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

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ReqID: REQ-5828-OTHLOC-CKxDYfwC