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Cesar Chavez Foundation Project Accountant in Los Angeles, California
The Cesar Chavez Foundation (CCF) inspires and transforms communities by providing critical social enterprise services that address the needs of working families. CCF’s Housing and Economic Development (HED) Fund builds, owns and operates high-quality, service-enhanced affordable housing for working families, seniors, and those with special needs.
The Project Accountant reports to the Development Analytics Supervisor within HED’s Analytics Department. The Project Accountant will be assigned to various Construction Project Manager(s) and is responsible for providing support with all aspects related to the work being undertaken by the Project Managers. Primary responsibilities, experience, and qualifications include:
RESPONSIBILITIES Main Functions:Assist Construction Manager in the preparation of monthly Payment Application using Excel
Assist Construction Manager setting schedule of values adjustments
Interface executed prime contract budget and change orders into Yardi Software
Identify invoice coding against contracts and seek Construction Manager and Director approval
Review, process and monitor AP invoices on assigned projects, including entering into Yardi Software
Process weekly General Conditions billing, seek approval and submit for payment
Support month-end reporting requirements with Development Analytics team
Analyze and report cash position resulting from monthly draw
Assist with the necessary steps to clear liens working with Legal and Financial Management
Monthly Financial Project Status Meeting with Construction Manager(s)
Other duties as assigned
Monitor and Maintain Project Records:
Preliminary Lien Notices / Subcontractor Supplier Lien Releases
Job cost invoices / Consultant Agreements
Purchase Orders / Change Orders
EXPERIENCE:
The Project Accountant should have the following minimal skills:
Have a basic understanding on how to interpret contracts, purchase orders, and change orders
Accounts Payable and Accounting principles understanding
Experience with high volume subcontractor payable processing
Proficient in Excel, Microsoft Suite and Strong Yardi knowledge
Excellent time management and organization skills
Analytical and effective oral and written communication skills
EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration or equivalent experience in a related field
2+ years of pre-requisite project accounting experience
WAGE:
$30.00-$35.00 per hour DOE