Project Accountant- SR (Philadelphia)

Job Description

DPR Construction is seeking a senior project accountant with at least 8 years of commercial construction accounting experience. This individual will be ultimately responsible for day-to-day accounting of project financials.  Senior project accountants will work closely with all members of the project team - project managers, engineers, superintendents and field office coordinators. Responsibilities will include but may not be limited to the following:

• Manage and lead other project accounting team members.
• Mentor and train team members for fast-paced growth development and apply DPR’s people practices.
• Project accounting including preparing owner draws, collection and subcontractor compliance.
• Creation and analysis of financial reports.
• Journal entries and job costs for projects.
• Assist with strategic planning/forecasting of project financials.
• Cash management and reporting.
• Possibility of managing accounting teams of 2-3 employees.
• Assist with project audits.

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 communication skills.
• Ability to identify and resolve complex issues.
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite, accounting cost management software (CMIC or similar).
• 8+ years of experience as an accountant, preferably within the construction industry.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field or CCIFP.
• A strong work ethic and a “can-do” attitude.
• This job is salaried.
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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 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.