Project Accountant/Field Office Coordinator - EIG Nashville

Posted:
10/4/2024, 8:15:51 AM

Location(s):
Tennessee, United States ⋅ Nashville-Davidson, Tennessee, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level

Field(s):
Accounting

Job Description

EIG Electrical Systems, part of the DPR Construction’s Family of Companies, is seeking a Project Accountant with a minimum of 3 years of commercial construction experience. This individual will be ultimately responsible for day-to-day office support including project financials, subcontracts, change management, safety, timecards and E-time, as well as other general document control.  

The Project Accountant will work closely with all members of the project team (project managers, project engineers, superintendents, and craft employees) to manage multiple projects, produce quality work, and consistently meet project deadlines. This position may require flexibility to be on a jobsite and in the Nashville, TN office. Responsibilities will include but may not be limited to the following: 

Supervisory Responsibilities 

  • None. 

Duties and Responsibilities 

  • Project set up and document control.  

  • Review owner contracts to understand deadlines and requirements.  

  • Manage and oversee the lifecycle of Subcontracts. 

  • Job specific accounting functions, change orders, and project close out. 

  • Act as the point of contact for facilitating essential communication and job specific forms. 

  • Facilitate safety documents and information. 

  • Prioritize organizational needs regarding meetings, deadlines, and timeframes.

  • Follow up on projects/tasks to ensure action items are completed.

  • Create and analyze financial reports.

  • Assist in change management.

  • Assist in cost management.

  • Process timecards and E-time.

  • General office and job site support as necessary.

  • Responsible for General Administrative duties including, but not limited to, organization, coding invoices for the office, event planning and fleet coordination.

  • Communicating with and taking care of craft employees, including, but not limited to, hiring within internal system, entering benefits, per diem, weekly payroll/entering time, and apprenticeship program.

  • Schedule and coordinate internal and external trainings.

  • Participate actively in the planning and execution of company events including family picnics, peer group meetings, and other subcontractor/client related events as needed.

  • Ordering office supplies/printer supplies.

  • Manage purchasing card program within region. 

Required Skills and Abilities 

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills. 

  • Ability to identify and resolve complex issues. 

  • Team player with the ability to remain flexible with day-to-day tasks.  

  • Ability to think critically and prioritize work tasks.  

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. 

  • Knowledge of Bluebeam and CmiC a plus. 

  • A strong work ethic and a “can-do” attitude. 

  

Education and Experience   

  • Minimum of 3 years as Project Accountant within the commercial construction industry.   

  • Knowledge of the construction project life cycle. 

  • Electrical commercial construction experience preferred. 

Physical Requirements 

  • Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. 

  • Travel to and from the office as well as assigned job site(s).  

  • Must be able to lift up to 15lbs. 

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