Accountant/Project Accountant

Company: Collins Elevator Service Inc
Location: Washington
Posted on: February 16, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Benefits/Perks Careers Advancement Opportunities Flexible Scheduling Competitive Compensation Job Summary We are seeking a knowledgeable accountant to join our team. In this role, you will document the companys financial transactions, prepare financial statements, prepare project WIPs, P&Ls, perform A/R, A/P, collections. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and has a strong understanding of best practices in accounting. Responsibilities Enter financial data and transactions Analyze budgets and other financial information Reconcile bank statements Prepare financial reports and statements Verify the accuracy of transactions that have been entered Process accounts payable and accounts receivable Create accounting policies to comply with all rules and regulations Process weekly payroll Process weekly certified payroll for projects Complete AIA Project Billing Monitors, reviews and verifies accounting records and transactions for accuracy, timeliness and adequacy of supporting documentation. Perform payroll functions in an accurate and timely manner, and submit payroll taxes Conduct reconciliation of all accounts on an as needed basis Maintain and balance the general ledger in an accurate, complete, and up-to-date manner Perform all activities related to the accounts payable function including reviewing, coding, and processing payments Perform account receivable functions including invoicing, deposits, collections, and revenue recognition Prepare financial reports through collection, analysis, and summarization of data Ensures compliance with internal policies, agency rules and regulations, and generally accepted accounting principles. Reviews and analyzes reports for accuracy prior to distribution. Clarifies or researches issues as necessary. Provides input for the development of accounting applications, reports, forms, records and documented procedures. Assists in development of financial projections and forecasts. Providing project managers and clients with timely financial reports and budgets, as well as project forecasts. Preparing pre-billing reports for project managers to review. Preparing actual costs, working capital, and tax reports. Monitoring receivable income and supporting project managers with collections. Issuing invoices and purchase orders, perform all accounts payable duties Ensuring a steady cash flow by generating, auditing, and sending invoices in a timely manner. Performing month-end closings Qualifications Bachelors degree in accounting or a related field Previous experience as an accountant, bookkeeper, or similar position Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel spreadsheets and pivot tables, experienced in Microsoft Great Plains. Strong mathematical and analytical skills Excellent attention to detail, time management, and communication skills Advanced proficiency in managing general ledgers, journal entries, and account reconciliations. Exceptional ability to prepare project budgets, financial forecasts, and tax reports. Extensive experience in project invoicing and billing. In-depth knowledge of best practices in accounting. High degree of accuracy and attention to detail Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger

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