Field Accountant

Description

Base Compensation Range:

$55,000 – $65,000 annually, plus additional CAT pay during catastrophic events and daily per diem for travel. Blu

Sky offers a competitive base salary and a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following:

Matching 401(k) plan

Health insurance (medical, dental, and vision)

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Disability insurance

Equipment appropriate to the position (i. e., laptop, smartphone, etc.)

Corporate apparel allowance

Paid Employee Referral Program

Extended benefits:

Remote Work, Employee Assistance Program, Accident & Critical Illness Coverage, Legal

Shield, Professional Development, and more.

We pride ourselves on hiring the best candidates to join the Blu

Sky family and are passionate about our team, culture, and services. Blu

Sky is seeking the most talented, driven, and professional individuals who want to grow their careers, be a part of a supportive teamand have the passion for succeeding. The Field Accountant is a hands-on member of the finance team that will travel to the project site to work closely with the project managers, supervisors, and project directors to ensure that time and material data is documented correctly in support of accurate and timely billing.

Playing a critical role in real-time project documentation and workflow, the Field Accountant’s role supports two key functions:

quality job documentation and billing preparation. Field Accountants work effectively across the enterprise and with external constituencies. PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Field Accountant owns the data gathering and bill execution on large Time & Material invoiced projects from beginning to end. Working closely with the project managers, project directors, and accounts receivable, they ensure a quality final product. Field Project Accountants handle multiple projects in a fast-paced team environment and organize large volumes of information.

Review and audit field information submitted for accuracy & provide backup and support to different departmental functions. Additional responsibilities include the following:

Enter job costing information into the system daily.

Prepare and review T&M invoices for completeness, consistency, quality, and accuracy.

Prepare daily burn rate estimates.

Owns billing backup and support and appropriately organizes.

Gather subcontractor invoices, travel expenses, and credit card receipts, calling the vendors as needed.

Assist in preparing “Per Diem” request forms for Project Managers' approval.

Input approved budgets, purchase orders, and subcontracts to the accounting system.

Supports accounts receivable efforts as needed.

Investigate and follow through on billing issues.

Assist in crew sign-in.

Audit daily labor counts.

Manage supply depot.

Review subcontractor/supplier terms and conditions and review invoices submitted for accuracy.

Comply with Corporate contract terms with legal requirements and policies.

TRAVEL:

This is a nationwide travel position. (70% of the time.) Additional out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected for training or meetings.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

This position has no direct reports.

COMPETENCIES, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Highly motivated and detail-oriented with excellent communication and organizational skills.

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

Proficiency & understanding of ‘cloud’ based document systems, and familiarity with how to upload and share documents.

Self-starter driven to complete projects on time while maintaining high quality standards.

Ability to handle multiple projects and assignments simultaneously.

Ability to multi-task, reprioritize, and meet strict reporting deadlines.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

A bachelor’s Degree in accounting is preferred.

Proficient experience with Job Costing, ERP Systems, and Billing Software.

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

Willingness to travel > 70% of the year.

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 skill and meeting required deadlines.

Experience in the construction industry is preferred.

Knowledge of corporate contract terms with legal requirements and policies.

EDUCATION:

BS in Accounting/Finance or relevant work experience preferred.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL JOB DEMANDS:

The work environment characteristics described here represent those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform 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, and talk and hear. The employee is required to move and walk around the office regularly.

EEOC:

Blu

Sky is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. Blu

Sky prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age 40 or over, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other applicable status protected by Federal, State, or local law.

It is and will continue to be the policy of Blu

Sky that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity based on their individual qualifications, performance, and potential without regard for any protected status, as required by state and federal law. ‘#LI-REMOTE”