Sachse Construction

Project Accountant

Job Locations US-MI-Detroit
ID
2023-4228
Category
Accounting/Finance
Position Type
Regular Full-Time

Overview

 

The Project Accountant is an integral part of the project team and as such will provide financial control and oversight to the project teams and business units.  They will apply analytical and collaborative techniques to address financial challenges and opportunities.  They will provide innovative ideas as well as the highest level of quality and skills with cost control resources to provide support through accurate and timely reporting and analysis.

 

Building Trust. Building Partnerships. Building Careers.

 

Founded in 1991 and headquartered in Detroit, Sachse Construction has built millions of square feet of commercial, retail, multifamily, and institutional space throughout the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico.

Our signature asset is our unmatched reputation of integrity, quality, and reliability. Our commitment to our core values — do the right thing, have passion and enthusiasm, pursue excellence by constantly raising the bar, and do whatever it takes — has earned the trust of clients from national retail chains to private and institutional owners.

 

In addition to providing a unique and exceptional customer service experience to our clients, we strive to provide an engaging atmosphere for our team members. Our team members have access to all of the essential benefits and perks, plus:

  • Unlimited PTO
  • Role-Specific Training + Mentoring
  • Award-Winning ‘Project:U’ Wellness Program
  • Social Mission Committee + Philanthropic Activities
  • Weekly Professional Massages
  • Financial Lunch and Learns

We have been repeatedly recognized with several national and local awards, including:

  • Best and Brightest Company to Work For
  • Best and Brightest in Wellness
  • Top Workplace
  • Certified Great Place to Work

Responsibilities

  • Set up initial job cost reports including profit projections and updates as needed throughout the project.
  • Identifies and communicates billing schedule and payment status to team members and trade partners.
  • Prepares and processes AIA payment applications for clients with corresponding sworn statements and applicable backup.
  • Communicate with project teams to ensure timely payment of all invoices.
  • Collects and processes trade partner AIA payment applications, sworn statements, supplier waivers, and other required documents.
  • Generates over/under variance reports with supporting analysis.
  • Actively participates in change management and forecasting processes.
  • Supports identification of risks and opportunities.
  • Supports adherence to corporate cost control policies and procedures.
  • Performs analytical reviews, validations, and audits to support internal and external cost control requirements.
  • Initiates and participates in process improvement initiatives.
  • Proactively applies problem solving techniques in supporting team success.
  • Actively participates in the collection of accounts receivable.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting
  • 3+ years accounting experience
  • AIA billing experience preferred.
  • Knowledge of construction industry financial practices and forms preferred
  • Experience with Vista or similar software preferred

Disclosure

Our company is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace that is strives for diversity and inclusion. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, veteran status, or any other protected group. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by contacting our Diversity and Inclusion Officer, Myra Ebarb, at mebarb@sachse.net from People and Perks with any questions or requests for accommodation.

 

To all recruitment agencies: We do not accept non partner agreement agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our team members, partners, or any other company location. We are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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