Branch Accountant

BRIEF DESCRIPTION:

The Branch Accountant role is responsible for all the financial and accounting information associated with the company's projects in your assigned territory along with oversight of the P&L. This is a highly interactive position that is essential to the financial management at BluSky.

The Branch Accountant will proactively work closely with the project coordinators, project directors, and project manager/superintendents to reconcile job budgets, accurately capture past and future costs, and maintain project documentation. The Branch Accountant will review P&L's with office leadership to make sure the office is staying within budget on expenses along with reviewing job information as needed.

Salary Range: $85,000-$95,000

PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Works with Operations to ensure compliance with contracts/subcontracts and utilization of field management program.

• Analyzes P&L to ensure accuracy and budget compliance.

• Reviews P&L monthly with VP.

• Oversight for financial aspects of high dollar value jobs to maximize profitability and cash flow.

• Influences, directs, and drives team activity/action based on data evaluation.

• Analyzes low margin jobs to determine the cause and corrective actions.

• Works with team members to insure timely approval invoices.

• Monitors adherence to companies' best practices and notifies the appropriate parties of any potential concerns.

• Proactively analyzes billing status and WIP results; follows up with operations and project coordinators to drive accountability and results.

• Actively participates in the weekly production meetings.

• Trains and supports Project Coordinators as needed; ability to influence and drive performance on jobs.

• Supports Operations and partners with AR team to ensure timely collections and other key AR decisions (lien rights, stop work notice, etc.).

• Special projects and other duties as assigned.

• Ensures billings are going out timely and underbilling's are at a minimum.

• Partners with Regional Finance Directors & Branch Accountants to strive for a culture of continuous improvement.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

This role supervises two to six project coordinators.

COMPETENCIES, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Highly motivated, detail oriented with excellent communication and organizational skills.

• Ability to maintain high level of confidentiality.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with an emphasis on Microsoft Excel.

• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.

• Ability to establish trust and relationships throughout the offices.

• Ability to handle multiple projects and assignments simultaneously.

• Ability to meet strict reporting deadlines.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS;

• 5+ years of experience in a Project Coordinator position or accounting role preferred.

• Proficient experience with Microsoft Office products including Word and Excel.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to interact with employees and vendors in a clear and professional manner.

• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team with emphasis on accuracy, communication and organizational skills and meeting required deadlines.

• Experience in the construction industry is preferred.

EDUCATION:

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance or relevant work experience is preferred.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL JOB DEMANDS:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands and fingers, reach with hands and arms, talk and hear. The employee is required to regularly move and walk around the office.

TRAVEL:

Occasional travel. (Less than 25% of time.) Some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected for training or meetings

COMPENSATION:

BluSky offers a competitive base salary, a bonus plan for qualified positions, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes: a matching 401(k) plan, health insurance (medical, dental and vision), paid time off, disability, equipment appropriate to the position (i.e.: laptop, smart phone, etc.), and corporate apparel allowance.

BluSky also offers extended benefits such as: Remote Work, Employee Assistance Program, Accident & Critical Illness Coverage, LegalShield, Professional Development, Paid Referral Program and more.

EEOC:

BluSky offers a competitive base salary, a bonus plan for qualified positions, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes: a matching 401(k) plan, health insurance (medical, dental and vision), paid time off, disability, equipment appropriate to the position (i.e.: laptop, smart phone, etc.), and corporate apparel allowance.

BluSky also offers extended benefits such as: Remote Work, Employee Assistance Program, Accident & Critical Illness Coverage, LegalShield, Professional Development, Paid Referral Program and more

Application Duration:

To ensure a thorough and fair selection process, we would like to inform you that the application deadline for this position is 5/15/2024. Please ensure that your application is submitted by this date for consideration.

To be considered for this position you must complete the online application located at www.goblusky.com/careers.