Project Accountant

Full job description
Overview:
About Suffolk
Suffolk is a national enterprise that builds, innovates and invests. Suffolk is an end-to-end business that provides value throughout the entire project lifecycle by leveraging its core construction management services with vertical service lines that include real estate capital investment, design, self-perform construction services, technology start-up investment (Suffolk Technologies) and innovation research/development.

Suffolk – America’s Contractor – is a national company with more than $5.0 billion in annual revenue, 2,600 employees, and main offices in Boston (headquarters), New York City, Miami, West Palm Beach, Tampa, Estero, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego. Suffolk manages some of the most complex, sophisticated projects in the country, serving clients in every major industry sector, including healthcare, life sciences, education, gaming, transportation/aviation, government, mission critical and commercial. Suffolk is privately held and is led by founder, chairman and CEO John Fish. Suffolk is ranked #8 on ENR’s list of “Top CM-at-Risk Contractors.” For more information, visit www.suffolk.com and follow Suffolk on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Instagram.

The Role:
Suffolk is seeking people who are bold. Curious. Innovative. Caring. Looking for the career opportunity of a lifetime. We’ll challenge and inspire you to be your very best. We’ll embrace what makes you unique and lift you up as you take chances. Here, you’ll find a place where you can act with purpose and integrity, bringing intelligence and grit to every aspect of your job. Join us for the chance to achieve your ambitions and build your legacy.

The Project Accountant is responsible for all AP and AR functions for their assigned projects.
Responsibilities:
Process the monthly Owner requisition

The requisition process should be well defined and agreed upon with the client
Prior to submission to the Owner, ensure accuracy and appropriateness of charges
Coordinate a monthly requisition review meeting with the Owner
Give the client timely responses in writing to any questions regarding the requisition
Understand any applicable conditions and timeframes outlined in the contract relevant to billing, retainage and funding
Track and follow up on outstanding receivables
Process subcontractor requisitions

Ensure the subcontractor is complying with terms and conditions of the contract
Instruct subcontractors on Suffolk and Owner billing requirements
Manage monthly AP process through Textura including all required compliance document
Coordinate with Suffolk Ops Team to review monthly requisitions for accuracy
Verify all required approvals and compliance documents are received prior to releasing payments
Ensure projects are compliant with the MA Prompt Pay statutes when applicable
General Accounting Functions

Process vendor invoices
Process budget updates
Process cost transfers
Process accruals
Select invoices to be included in the weekly disbursement cycle
Understand the drivers of Over/Underbilled amounts
Monitor and track the cash position of the project
Assist the Corporate Risk Manager in the administration of a Contractor Controlled Insurance Program (CCIP)
Work closely with Project Managers and Project Executives on all facets of project accounting and administration issues
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field
0-3 years of related experience
Necessary attributes

Candidate must possess Suffolk’s Core Values: Passion, Integrity, Hard Work, Professionalism and Caring
Ability to adapt to different personalities and management styles
Above average technical knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word
Outstanding team player with good interpersonal skills
Working Conditions:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time; talk or hear; perform fine motor, hand and finger skills in the use of a keyboard, telephone, or writing. The employee is frequently required to stands; walk; and reach with arms and/or hands. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. The employee will spend their time in an office environment with a quiet to moderate noise level. Job site walking.
EEO Statement:
Suffolk provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, ****** orientation, pregnancy or maternity, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, disability, protected veteran, gender identity, age or any other status protected by law. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Suffolk will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination toward, or harassment of, applicants or employees by anyone at Suffolk, or anyone working on behalf of Suffolk.

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