Senior Project Accountant

Overview

A leading provider of infrastructure services to the power industry is seeking a Senior Project Accountant to oversee the financial management of large-scale construction projects, ensuring compliance with accounting standards. This role involves coordinating with project managers and analyzing financial data related to utility scale solar, battery storage, and high voltage substation projects.

This position can be based full-time in the San Diego, CA office or remotely within the Pacific or Central time zones. Specific location details and expectations will be discussed during the interview process.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting functions for assigned projects, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies, GAAP, and regulatory requirements.
• Assist project teams with complex accounting questions and provide guidance.
• Prepare documentation and support interim and year-end external audits.
• Establish and maintain strong working relationships with business partners, including Project Managers, to ensure compliance with accounting policies and controls.
• Review owner contracts for accounting-related tasks and responsibilities.
• Track and review Preliminary notices.
• Prepare AIA billings and assemble billing with supporting documentation.
• Collect and review lien waivers for subcontractors and sub tiers.
• Ensure subcontractor compliance with document requirements.
• Process subcontractor payments promptly.
• Drive adherence to month-end and quarterly deadlines, implementing process improvements for efficiency and accuracy.
• Develop and enhance project accounting processes.
• Perform cost coding and review vendor and subcontractor invoices for accuracy.
• Complete month-end and year-end closing procedures, including complex journal entries, financial analysis, and account reconciliations.
• Assist the tax department with job cost and sales tax accruals in accordance with state and county regulations.
• Support Accounts Receivable with cash application for owner billings.
• Train and mentor other Project Accountants to improve team performance.
• Maintain urgency to meet all financial deadlines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree with 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Minimum 2 years of construction accounting experience.
• Strong audit experience, including active participation in interim and year-end audits.
• Experience supporting or working within a publicly traded company, with familiarity in SOX controls and public-company reporting standards.
• Demonstrated understanding of GAAP and compliance in regulated environments.
• Strong knowledge of accounting procedures and principles.
• Experience with online integrated accounting systems.
• Ability to organize work, manage multiple projects, and provide guidance to team members.
• Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational and analytical skills.
• CPA, CMA, or CCIFP certification preferred.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• Occasional exposure to dust and fumes.
• Frequent reaching, handling, sitting, standing, walking, hearing, finger dexterity, and talking.
• Occasional stooping, bending, crouching, carrying, and lifting of 20 or more pounds.
• Moderate noise levels.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary range: $97,600 - $122,000 annually.
• Eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life, and disability insurance.
• Access to a 401(k) plan.
• Vacation, sick, and holiday pay provided.

Location

• San Diego, CA office or remote within Pacific or Central time zones.