Project Accountant - Virtual Company

Memphis, TN 38120

About the Job

Vaco is searching for a Project Accountant in Memphis, TN. This position will be responsible for project related accounting and analysis (residential roofing). This role involves close collaboration with each area of the accounting department. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting, with specific experience in the construction, roofing, with a passion for Microsoft Excel.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Financial Management: Oversee and manage the financial aspects of projects (including WIP accruals).
Accounting and Reporting: Ensure accurate and timely recording of all project-related financial transactions in accordance with GAAP. Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports related to project performance.
Cash Flow Management: Lead Accounts Payable with monthly supplier portal invoicing and payments.
Budgeting and Forecasting: Work closely with project managers to prepare project budgets and forecasts and analyze variances to assist in decision-making.
Compliance and Auditing: Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations. Assist with internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations related to project finances.
Contract Review and Management: Assist in the financial evaluation of contracts and agreements with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.
Financial Analysis: Perform cost-benefit analysis on projects, and provide recommendations to improve profitability and efficiency.
Stakeholder Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact for project financial matters among project managers, clients, and subcontractors.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Strong background in Excel. Lookup function experience is required.
Minimum of 3-5 years of accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a project accounting role, preferably within the construction, roofing, or renovations industry.
Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, Microsoft Dynamics or equivalent) and MS Office (especially Excel).
Strong understanding of GAAP and financial principles relevant to project management.
Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization and external stakeholders.

Vaco values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

EEO Notice

Vaco is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.

Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com .

Vaco also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal.

By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal.

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Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries (“we,” “our,” or “Vaco”) respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies.

California residents may access Vaco’s HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here.
Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here.
Residents of all other states may access our policies here.
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Pay Transparency Notice

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:

the individual’s skill sets, experience and training;
licensure and certification requirements;
office location and other geographic considerations;
other business and organizational needs.

With that said, as required by local law, Vaco believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.

Source : Virtual Company