Project Accountant

Job Summary: As an integral part of the Project team, the Project Accountant will provide quality financial services for multiple large commercial construction projects. Quality financial services include, but are not limited to, contract review, billings, work-in-place reporting, subcontractor and general condition payments, and cash reporting. Ensure accurate and timely financial data entry, compliance, GAAP requirements, and mitigate risks. Responsibilities: Compare vendor/subcontractor invoices to purchase orders or contracts to verify quantities, prices, payment terms, freight charges, extensions, etc. Compute discounts, make sales/use tax determinations, verify W-9 is on file, obtain approval from the appropriate Project Manager and place invoices in line for payment.Process Applications for Payment submitted by subcontractors, verify any deficiencies and route to Project Managers for approval. The Owner Application for Payment will be created utilizing this data.Assist Project Manager with creation of the Owner Application for Payment by verifying subcontract bills are accurately reflected on the billing and appropriate copies and back up information are compiled to accompany the Owner Application. Review deficiencies that will prevent release of subcontractor/vendor payments and request information necessary to resolve said deficiencies either from the Project Management team or Subcontractors/Vendors.Verify second-level subcontractors and vendors are being paid by subcontractor either through submission of lien waivers or processing of joint checks.Bi-weekly update and review of project cash position and outstanding payables, receivables, and retainage.At month end, ensure all owner billings have been submitted for respective projects. Verify previous paid amounts, communicate any discrepancies to Project Management. Post correct billings, invoices, and subcontractor application for payments in the correct accounting period. Obtain necessary approval for any journal entries for accruals or reclasses. Distribute on hold and job cost reports to project managers as indicated on monthly Accounting calendar. Perform ad hoc tasks as assigned by supervisor or requested by Project Management.

Required Qualifications & SkillsBachelor’s degree in Accounting or similar field (i.e. finance, business, etc.)Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.Strong proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and Outlook.Solid organizational skills with superior attention to detail.Strong verbal and written communication skills.Great interpersonal and relationship-building skills.Ability to flourish in a fast-paced, complex environment with a willingness to adapt to change.Construction Project Accounting experience a plusKnowledge of ViewPoint accounting software a plus.Demonstrate integrity and honesty and model ethical behavior and Armada Hoffler’s core values- Quality, Service, Flexibility, and Integrity.

Physical Demands and Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee will work inside an office environment and is required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate objects, and reach with hands and arms.

The employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, talk, and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Occasional travel to various worksites may be required and therefore employee must adhere to Armada Hoffler’s Driver Qualifications Policy. Employee must be able to pass background check, credit check, and pre-employment and random drug screens.