Accountant

Qualifications
Knowledge of technologies and systems related to construction document control and management practices
Ability to analyze problems of moderate to complex nature and implement effective solutions
Ability to exercise sound judgment, flexibility, initiative and commitment in an environment of rapid change
Demonstrated effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Ability to effectively communicate with internal stakeholders and external agencies
In-depth knowledge of construction contracting methodologies including EPC, Lump Sum, Unit Price, Time and Material, Cost plus, etc
Understanding of corporate financial reporting requirements
Ability to work effectively in a diverse and inclusive work environment
Responsibilities
The Project Control Specialist is responsible for the implementation and execution of project controls related work on strategic construction projects
Responsible for the scheduling and cost functions of the project from the development phase through to final project close-out
This includes, but is not limited to, project progress measurement, schedule analysis, cost forecasting, preparation and input of updated cash flow forecasts, and for contract oversight and administration as needed
ACCOUNTABILITIES These accountabilities are not intended as a complete list of specific duties and responsibilities and does not limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees assigned to this job
Interfaces with Project and Corporate teams on all items related to the execution of the project and/or program
Acts as the lead resource (subject matter expert) on all project controls related items, including compliance with project specific contractual/commercial terms
Provides training to company and partner users as necessary to support the effective implementation of contractual scheduling and reporting requirements as well as oversight on training for the use of the Document Management System
Prepares and maintains a detailed project estimate and ongoing forecast
Ensures the forecast reflects current assessed risks, pending change orders, and contingency
Ensures the corporate outlook models are accurately updated to reflect the current forecast
Monitors and provides early identification and communication of cost performance related to approved amounts from internal and external entities
Interfaces and coordinates with corporate accounting and finance to ensure proper project accounting and forecasting
Provides guidance on the use and function of the company's Document Management System (Unifier) including transmittals, submittals, Requests for Information (RFI), letters, faxes, emails, electronic filing and similar tasks
Performs detailed schedule reviews and analysis to monitor compliance with contractual dates and to validate progress is accurately reflected and reported
Advises the project team of areas where performance indicates concern and recommend solutions
Monitors leading indicators of project risks and communicate to project team, as well as work to resolve the issue
Provides detailed action plans as necessary to support the construction effort
Performs quantity takeoffs as needed to validate estimates, pricing submissions and progress
Interfaces as necessary with vendors, contractors, suppliers, and other service providers to ensure accuracy of cost and schedule data
Supervision
Performs work under the supervision of a Manager
Ability to interpret contract terms and apply them to different scenarios to determine entitlements during project execution, and the ability to negotiate change orders