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Construction Accountant

Role overview

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or similar field
  • 5+ years of experience in the Construction / Project Accounting Field
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; advanced Excel skills preferred
  • Experience working in multiple currencies is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Oversee all phases of job costing associated with large construction projects
  • Analyze and approve project specific accounts payable invoices and purchase orders
  • Prepare client invoicing per contract requirements and deadlines
  • Review and investigate construction project variances

Key facts

  • Remote from: United States
  • Full time
  • Senior (5-10 years)
  • English

Other skills

  • Microsoft Office
  • Analytical Skills
  • Collaboration
  • Communication
  • Problem Solving

About the company

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Serverfarm

IT Infrastructure & Managed Services

Serverfarm is a unique data center developer and operator – and the global leader in Data Center Management as a Service (DMaaS). For over 24 years, we’ve maximized operational efficiencies and managed critical IT infrastructure and environments for the world’s top enterprises. Our vision? To drive a new era of sustainable data center management and modernization forward so that enterprises can focus on innovation.

Company details

IndustryIT Infrastructure & Managed Services
Company size51 - 200

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Job description

Serverfarm is a leading developer and operator of data centers with over 750+ locations and key customer relationships in 45 countries. We're revolutionizing how data centers operate across North America, Western Europe, and Israel, serving the world's leading technology and hyperscale companies. With Manulife Investment Management's acquisition in 2023 and our award-winning InCommand platform we're positioned for explosive growth as AI adoption and cloud migration drive unprecedented demand for data center capacity.

A career at Serverfarm means being at the forefront of digital infrastructure innovation, where your work directly impacts how the world's data is managed and secured. As we target 4x growth over the next four years, you'll have unprecedented opportunities to take on new challenges, develop cutting-edge skills, and grow your career across our expanding global operations.

Join our team of innovators and help shape the future of sustainable data centers while building a career without boundaries.

This is an exciting opportunity at a private equity-backed company to learn in a demanding environment and own high-priority, high-impact projects while maintaining our spirit of fun, energy, and passion. The role requires superior analytical skills, as well as a demonstrated ability to collaborate across a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders.

The Construction Accountant Role will primarily support the Construction and Development Teams and work closely with team members in Operations, Procurement and Finance across the global Serverfarm organization.

As a Construction Accountant you will oversee all phases of the job costing process associated with large, complex Construction Projects. Responsibilities will include overseeing all phases of job costing, project specific Accounts Payable and Commitments and vendor compliance. This person will heavily work with the Construction and Development team to ensure accurate project accounting. This role will also assist in developing policy and procedures to streamline and optimize operations.


Key Accountabilities
  • Responsible for project set up, maintaining budgets and commitments, budget variations and change order management of large construction projects.

  • Analyze and approve project specific accounts payable invoices and purchase orders.

  • Accurately prepare client invoicing per contract requirements and deadlines.

  • Assist Finance with accurate project cash flow reporting.

  • Accurately prepare cost summaries related to construction activities for construction and finance teams.

  • Support in project inquiries to meet liability and capital funding requirements.

  • Review and investigate construction project variances.

  • Prepare and review project cost reports to identify risks or opportunities.

  • Perform data research and analysis for the Construction and Finance teams.

  • Manage vendor compliance, preliminary lien notices, insurance, and retention.

  • Communicate with General Contractors and vendors on a regular basis.

  • Work closely with the finance team and other departments to support overall project and financial operations.

  • Perform other duties as required.

  • Travel up to 20% 

Preferred Qualifications

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Accounts Payable Analyst to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring accurate and efficient financial operations through maintaining accurate accounts payable ledgers at the company, and communicating information with both internal and external stakeholders.

 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or similar field is required.

  • 5+ years of experience in the Construction / Project Accounting Field.

  • Experience working with Large Construction Projects is a plus.

  • Experience working in multiple currencies is a plus.

  • Experience working in Netsuite is a plus.

  • Ability to successfully work and excel in a remote setting.

  • Ability to handle multiple projects at one time and work in a high-volume, fast paced transaction-oriented environment.

  • Growth oriented mindset, desire to learn and share knowledge to help others succeed.

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; advanced Excel skills preferred.

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    Serverfarm is committed to providing an equal opportunity workplace and offers paid time off, paid holidays, 401k and FULL coverage medical, dental and vision. Our compensation philosophy rewards employees for achieving the values and objectives aligned with the company’s goals and strategic initiatives.
     
    The listed salary range for this position is an estimate based on the competitive job market. Final compensation will be based on your own individual skills, experience, and location.
     
    The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed in this role. They are not intended to serve as an exhaustive list of all possible responsibilities and duties. We encourage you to apply even if your experience isn't an exact match to the job description.

    The listed salary range for this position is an estimate based on the competitive job market. Final compensation will be based on your own individual skills, experience, and location.

    The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed in this role. They are not intended to serve as an exhaustive list of all possible responsibilities and duties. We encourage you to apply even if your experience isn't an exact match to the job description.

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