Our Core Values:

1. Embrace the family
2. Do what you say
3. Do the right thing
4. Be a “can-do” team player
5. Obsess over client success

At the end of the day, our niche is to build great buildings with great people.

Excellent total compensation package which includes competitive benefits, 401k program, flexibility and much more!

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

New England Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status.

The Assistant Project Accountant will be knowledgeable about all aspects of construction accounting and will be responsible for the following:

1. 1. Set up of projects in Sage/Timberline and Procore.
   2. Review and process the monthly owner requisitions.
   3. Review and process subcontractor requisitions.
   4. Ensure all subcontractors are complying with terms and conditions of the contract including, but not limited to insurance, billing procedures, etc.
   5. Supports project forecasting and processes budget updates in accordance with assigned projects.
   6. Process cost transfers.
   7. Work with the Controller to select invoices to be included in the weekly check run.
   8. Monitor and track the cash position of the project and communicate potential risks and profitability to the Project Manager, VP of Operations, and/or VP of Finance.
   9. Manage project financial closeout along with the project team. Ensure final contract amount and closeout documentation requirements have been met and agreed to by subcontractors prior to issuing final payments.
   10. Ability to work with subcontractors, clients, and vendors to resolve finance-related issues and answer questions on projects such as subcontractor questions, payment issues, etc.
   11. Work closely with Project Managers and Project Executives on all facets of project accounting and administration issues.
   12. Perform other related duties as assigned

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

1. Basic understanding of construction accounting concepts, such as AIA requisitions, prime contracts, subcontracts and commitments, change orders, retainage, lien waivers and insurance.
   
   
2. Demonstrated leadership, strong dedication to teamwork and integrity within professional environment.
   
   
3. Excellent communication skills, written and verbal, with the ability to clearly communicate issues to all levels of management.
   
   
4. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize workload in order to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment.
   
   
5. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
   
   
6. Detail oriented and able meet deadlines.
   
   
7. Highly motivated to continue to develop professional licenses, certifications, and expertise through formal training and on-the-job experience.
   
   
8. Customer focus required.

9. Ability to adapt to different personalities and management styles.
   
   
10. Outstanding team player with good interpersonal skills.
    
    
11. Experience with Procore and/or Timberline/Sage is a plus.
    
    
12. Must have strong proficiency with financial systems applications and MS Office, specifically Excel and Word.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or a related field.
2. 1-3 years of related experience. 
3. Must be able to perform all essential functions of the job.