Project Accountant I
COMPANY OVERVIEW
Moss is a national privately held construction firm providing innovative solutions resulting in award-winning projects. With regional offices across the United States, Moss focuses on construction management, solar EPC, and design-build. The company’s diverse portfolio encompasses a wide range of sectors, including luxury high-rise residential, landmark mixed-use developments, hospitality, K-12 and higher education, justice, solar energy and battery storage, and sports. Moss is ranked by Engineering News-Record as the nation’s top solar contractor and one of the top 50 general contractors. Moss prides itself on a strong entrepreneurial culture that honors safety, quality, client engagement, and employee development. Its employees consistently rank Moss as one of the best places to work.
POSITION SCOPE AND ORGANIZATIONAL IMPACT
Moss' Project Accountant works collaboratively with the Project team to ensure that all project-related accounting is compliant and accurate. You will be managing comprehensive accounting functions for the project job site and other essential tasks. The ideal candidate will have a positive attitude and professional ethics to support our Core Values.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Work with Accounts Payable department to complete new vendor setups for project
Receive A/P invoices, review for accuracy, code and process in A/P systems
Monitor and manage vendor accounts, reconcile statements and contact vendors for discrepancies
Work closely with Senior Project Accountant to manage Owner Direct Purchase process
Receive ODP invoice packages and review for accuracy
Log invoices and submit package to project team for approval
Submit approved packages to Owner for payment
Follow up on PO discrepancies and payment status as needed
Collect and submit subcontractor insurance certificates for Ebix review
Analyze non-compliance reports for discrepancies between Ebix and A/P systems
Work in conjunction with Ebix and A/P to update compliances to allow for timely payments to vendors
Collect NTOs for project, review and validate against NOC
Enter data on NTO Log and upload in enterprise systems
Prepare lien waivers and send payment notifications for required vendors
Collect and review lien waivers for accuracy, and release payments to vendors
Electronically file vendor waivers in project files
Assist Sr. PA with compiling owner billing backup documentation
Prepare lien waiver package for owner funding
Validate Payroll entries in Workday for both hourly and salaried employees on alternating pay schedules
Perform other duties as assigned
EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE
Associates and/or bachelor’s degree in accounting preferred
2+ years of experience working in an accounting setting (experience in construction & accounts payable a strong plus)
Must be detail-oriented, able to multitask and problem solve and follow through to resolution
Must have the ability to work in a high-volume, heavy deadline-driven environment
Must demonstrate experience performing functions efficiently and accurately with little direct supervision
Build and maintain healthy relationships with vendors, project team, accounts payable, risk, and other departments
Always maintain professional ethics
Ability to manage confidential information
Must be proficient in Excel, Word, and Outlook
Construction project management software familiarity (CMiC/ Textura/ Procore) is helpful
Experience with ODP programs, COIs, Lien Waivers, construction industry a plus
Notary is a plus (or ability to obtain)
JOB TITLE: PROJECT ACCOUNTANT I
JOB LOCATION: FORT LAUDERDALE, FL
CLASSIFICATION: FULL TIME – NON-EXEMPT – SALARY
REPORTS TO: PROJECT ACCOUNTING LEAD
Moss is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.