Project Accountant

SOLV Energy is a leading provider of infrastructure services to the power industry, designing, building and maintaining utility scale solar, battery storage and high voltage substation projects nationwide.

Job Description Summary:
The Project Accountant will perform various accounting functions related to maintenance/processing of accounting transactions and to ensure accurate accounting and reporting for construction projects.

This role is can be fully remote or hybrid, with regular in-office presence in San Diego, CA.

Specific location details and expectations will be discussed during the interview process.

Job Description:



*This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned

Position Responsibilities and Duties:


* Oversee all accounting related functions for assigned projects.


* Assist project teams with accounting-related questions or needs.


* Prepare documentation and assist in interim and year end external audits.


* Understand and review owner contract for accounting related tasks & responsibilities.


* Review and track Preliminary notices.


* Possess working knowledge of preparing AIA billings and assembling billing with supporting documentation.


* Collect and review lien waivers for subcontractors and sub tiers.


* Ensure subcontractor compliance with document requirements.


* Process subcontractor payments in a timely manner.


* Meet month end and quarterly deadlines.


* Perform cost coding and review the accuracy of vendor and subcontractor invoices.


* Complete assigned month-end and year-end closing procedures, including preparation of journal entries and respective account reconciliations.


* Process job cost and sales tax accruals.


* Assist with applied and unapplied payments for receivables.


* Adhere to all financial deadlines, including month-end and quarterly reporting.


* Complete other responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Skills or Experience Requirements:


* Bachelor's Degree and minimum 5 years of progressive accounting experience


* Minimum 3 years of construction accounting experience.


* Prior public accounting experience supporting external audit processes is strongly preferred


* CPA, CMA or CCIFP preferred


* Strong understanding of accounting procedures and principles


* Experience with online integrated accounting systems


* Ability to organize work and handle multiple projects


* Ability to instruct and review the work of team members and provide assistance


* Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and Outlook)


* Detail oriented and exceptional organizational skills


* Strong analytical skills


* Effective written and verbal English communication skills, including professional telephone manner


* Candidates located in Pacific or Central time zones are preferred to support late-day...