Project Accountant jobs in Nebraska

Overview

IME is seeking a Project Accountant to join their growing team! 

• Do you have the desire, skills, and proven strategy to be part of a winning team?
• Do you love the challenge of finding unique solutions for complex projects?
• Does the idea of growth and expansion motivate you?
• Are you a team player who is ready to take on the responsibility of a prime role in a growing company?

Then come join us at IME as we extend our presence to the picturesque city of Omaha, NE, which is dedicated to transforming itself into a dynamic hub for business, work, and living.  Based in Denver, CO, IME is enthusiastic about the potential for growth in Omaha, spanning not only aviation but also across the commercial and industrial sectors of the city.  Be part of this exciting journey with us as we continue to grow and broaden our operations!

Responsibilities

As a Project Accountant, you will be responsible for managing the financial aspects of assigned projects, ensuring adherence to accounting principles and company policies.  You will collaborate closely with Project Managers and cross-functional teams to monitor project budgets, analyze variances, and provide insightful financial recommendations. 

• Financial Management & Reporting: Serve as a financial liaison for the project, offering support to Project Management by overseeing project accounting, ensuring precise and punctual reporting.  Take charge of the financial dimensions of designated projects, encompassing tasks such as budgeting, forecasting, and vigilant monitoring of actual costs in comparison to budgets.  Produce precise and timely financial reports pertaining to project performance, ensuring alignment with accounting standards.  Manage intricate billings and reconciliations associated with the project.
• Financial Analysis: Analyze project costs, identify variances, and provide detailed explanations to project teams and management.   Compile and analyze financial data for operations.  Perform return-on-investment analyses on expected capital expenditures and make appropriate recommendations. 
• Compliance & Process Improvement: Ensure adherence to company policies, accounting principles, and regulatory requirements in all financial transactions related to projects.  Continuously review and enhance project accounting processes to optimize efficiency and accuracy. 
• Risk Management: Identify and assess financial risks associated with projects and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Collaboration: Work closely with project managers and cross-functional teams to understand project requirements and provide financial insights.  Collaborate with customers for questions regarding costs, billing and audit requests. 
• Industry Networking: Act as a brand ambassador for the company, promoting its values and expertise in the electrical contracting sector.  Demonstrate the highest level of integrity and ethics with internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Strong ability to complete due diligence and risk assessment
• Impeccable integrity and ethics with internal and external stakeholders.
• Detail oriented with a high level of accuracy
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently in a team environment

Demonstrated accomplishments in the following areas:

• Proficient computer skills to include Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong understanding of project accounting principles and practices.
• Extensive knowledge of current financial accounting concepts and methods.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3 years experience as a Project Accountant or similar role.

Working Conditions:

The majority of the time you will work in a typical office environment.  Occasionally, you may travel to a construction job site. When on construction job sites you will encounter typical construction conditions including extreme temperatures, noise, dust, mud debris, welding, leading edge, trenching, and shoring, sometimes in a confined space.  You may be required to visit multiple locations during any one day.

Benefits Overview:

IME provides an industry-leading comprehensive benefits package.  Full-time employees are eligible to choose from a variety of healthcare coverage options, which become effective the first of the month after hire.  In addition, employees are offered a substantial amount of PTO and are immediately eligible to make contributions to a generously matched and fully vested 401k. 

*Final salary and rates are based on education, experience, skills relevant to the role, and internal equity.*

Established in 1946, IME is part of Quanta Services, the largest specialty contractor in North America. We base our business model on always doing the right thing and pride ourselves in finding the best processes and practices in everything we do. As an electrical contractor, we install and service the power and lighting to commercial and industrial buildings in the Western US. 

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive and other duties may be assigned as required.

Intermountain Electric, Inc. (IME) is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and to creating an environment free of discrimination and harassment.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

IME will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees who are qualified for a job so that they may perform the essential duties of the position.