Construction Accountant Position Available In Orange, Florida

Westminster Communities of Florida is hiring for a Construction Accountant. This position is located in Orlando, FL, and reports to the Accounting Manager. In this role, the Construction Accountant will maintain financial information, perform analysis and reporting for capital projects and provide accounting support to the Construction Department, Community Departments and Community Executive Directors.

The responsibilities of this position:

Works in coordination with the Accounting Manager and Supervisor to ensure the security, integrity and confidentiality of financial transactions related to all capital projects. Provides financial services assistance and support to Westminster Services Construction Department as it relates to company construction projects. Works with Construction Department to understand new projects to be able to ensure all project costs are identified at the start of a project and captured under the appropriate project number. Responsible for tracking and reporting capital project goals and assigned project numbers. Determines project general ledger account codes for all capital projects and entering new projects and budget in accounting software. Maintains project and purchase order modules of accounting software. Enters and tracks all purchase orders and change orders. Processes and tracks invoices related to Owner Purchased Materials, working directly with general contractors and purchasing agents. Tracks retainage percentages to the proper general ledger account. Reconciles retainage general ledger account monthly. Reviews all capital project invoices for proper coding and approvals in a timely manner to ensure payment terms are met. Reviews open projects for budget / actual variances, incorrect coding and proper classification. Responsible for accurate and timely reporting of open projects to include where appropriate, project actual / budget, percentage completion, anticipated completion and in-services dates. Responsible for monthly retainage and CIP reconciliation and fixed asset / project reconciliations. Prepares and records appropriate accounting journal entries. Prepares and maintains written procedures within area of responsibility. Close completed capital projects from CIP in accounting software to fixed asset system at least quarterly. Reporting depreciation expense to Accounting Manager quarterly. Maintain Projects to Expense, reporting quarterly results to Accounting Manager.

Qualifications you possess:

Four year college degree in accounting major preferred. Experience will be evaluated in lieu of degree. Five (5) years experience in accounting required. Knowledge in construction accounting preferred. Requires knowledge of computerized accounting systems, Sage 500 preferred. Intermediate Excel and Microsoft office. Knowledge of Biznet report writer desired. Proficiency in account reconciliation and balancing required. Knowledge of the principles and current practices of accounting. Must possess good organization and communication skills. Must possess the ability to ensure information confidentiality. Position requires overtime during the months of February, March, April and May and other occasions as needed.

About Us :

Westminster Communities of Florida is a national leader in senior living and dedicated to a Mission and ministry of service to older adults. Founded in 1954, Westminster is a fiscally strong, not-for-profit organization serving more than 7,000 residents in Life Plan Communities and affordable Rental Retirement Communities. Our communities offer independent living, assisted living, nursing care, home care, pharmacy services, affordable housing for low-income seniors and more. We are a family of more than 2,500 team members who Work With Excellence, Serve With Heart . Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @WestminsterCareers and on LinkedIn to learn more about our company culture. Westminster Communities of Florida is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected classification. We provide drug testing and criminal background screening on all new hires. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.