Project Accounting Analyst Job in El Paso, Texas Us

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Primarily responsible for the accounting and review of long-term construction projects and subsidiary fixed assets, with tasks and responsibilities as follows:

· Obtains job numbers and prepares general work orders (GWOs) for larger longer-tem construction projects, and blanket capital work orders (BCWOs) on smaller and/or emergency operation and maintenance of water and wastewater collection systems at the U.S. military base

· Works with Project Managers and/or Project Engineers to estimate initial estimated cost at completion (ECAC) for projects

· Tracks initial ECACs and updates as necessary, by inquiry of Project Managers and/or Project Engineers, review of vendor contracts, task orders, change orders, invoices and general ledger financial data as appropriate

· Verifies invoices, determines account codes and tracks project cost incurred

· Gathers information, updates the ECACs and work with ASUS headquarters to account for the revenue and profit of construction-work-in-progress (CWIP)

· Prepares project status reports to help with the delivery and completion of capital projects on time and within budget

· Performs account reconciliations and books journal entries to adjust project costs as necessary

· Generates budget-to-actual and other ad hoc reports to support regular financial reviews and business management

· Prepares customer invoice packages for ASUS headquarter to bill and support cash collection efforts

· Assists with budget development and capital planning

· Assists with proposals for new military bases and/or construction work at existing bases

· Provides technical expertise with the accounting and processing of capital projects

· Performs a variety of general clerical assignments within a framework of established procedures and without close supervision, including typing, filing, and records management

· Interfaces with various groups including military base personnel, ASUS headquarters, Corporate accounting and human capital management personnel

· Helps ensure compliance with accounting, procurement, contracting, payroll, personnel policies, procedures, and SOX control requirements and guidelines

· Identifies and helps develop process improvements to increase efficiency and effectiveness of current activities

· Performs other duties as assigned

Some travel will be requiredMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, accounting or closely related field or no less than 8 years of experience in the area of accounting, including at least 2 years of experience in construction or cost accounting
Knowledge of accounting concepts, policies, requirements and regulations required
Good working knowledge of percentage-of-completion accounting for construction contracts preferred
Experience with JD Edwards software preferred
Proficient in the use of computerized office equipment and programs (e.g. MS Office, MS XP, MS Windows 7, Adobe products)
Possess effective verbal and written communication skills in the English language
Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License issued by the state where employed
Must take and pass Federal OSHA and or State mandated Safety Training with annual refresher courses as required by the associated regulations for this Position. Such training will be provided by the company and compliance is mandatory

SKILLS:

· Ability to research, interpret and compile analytical data

· Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

· Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with all levels throughout the organization and across functional lines

· Excellent communication skills, both written and oral

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS MAY INCLUDE:

Standing, other climbing, walking, lifting up to 20 lbs., bending, pulling and/or pushing, grasping, reaching, stooping and crouching, sitting, and walking all for extended periods of time.

NOTE: Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with special needs to perform the essential functions.