Senior Project Accountant

Senior Project Accountant

Aldridge is seeking an experienced and dedicated Senior Project Accountant to join our talented team. In this role you would potentially supervise 1-2 project accountants and would also include job related financial analysis as needed. You would use your skills to work with project managers to submit invoices, pay estimates and waivers to customers along with documentation required by our contract.

You will also interact with Accounts Payable to coordinate subcontract and supplier payments as determined by the terms of the contract.

Lead and manage the accounting and financial reporting for highly visible large and complex projects, engaging directly with leadership in finance, operations, and risk management

Prepare Monthly GMP/T&M applications for payment:

Use internal cost reports as basis for payment applications

Keep cost reports and payment applications in balance

Prepare billing package as required per contract specifications

Assemble documentation and invoices from subcontractors/vendors

Manage distribution of subcontractor payments in exchange for lien waivers. Track lower tier lien waivers and ensure accuracy of all payments

Track and issue lien waivers to customers

Prepare Agency or customer specific required documentation in various systems

Monitor pay estimates from pencil through funding stage

Monitor and follow up on accounts receivable to ensure timely collection of funds. Maintain cash forecast of all AR payments.

Work in conjunction with Accounts Payable to coordinate subcontract and supplier payments as determined by the terms of each contract.

Monitor contract values to ensure accuracy for both Aldridge and each subcontractor.

Participate in finance department improvement initiatives.

Report to work ready to perform assigned tasks by using established safe work practices.

Report all unsafe behaviors and/or conditions, near misses, incidents and injuries to your supervisor immediately. Take immediate action as appropriate if you observe something that could cause injury to a fellow worker. Participate in all required safety training.

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, CPA preferred

5 years of experience (construction industry preferred) or equivalent

Excellent written and oral communication skills as well as the ability to explain accounting concepts and results to project teams and/or other employees who have various levels of understanding of the accounting process

Great organization, time-management, and prioritization skills

Ability to produce high quality work in a fast paced environment.

Ability to multitask and to adhere to the monthly close schedule and accounting deadlines.

Strong Excel skills, experience with Tableau a plus

Experience in managing and mentoring others

Experience in sales and use tax reporting preferred. Ability to be a strong but diplomatic advocate for your ideas in front of executives.

At Aldridge, we invite you to be a part of our dynamic team, where your skills are not only valued but crucial to our success. As we pursue our vision to be the First Choice for Energy and Transportation infrastructure projects, we welcome fresh perspectives and prioritize teamwork to drive our industry-leading safety, innovation, and execution.

Our culture is rooted in family-centeredness, with third-generation leadership guiding our unwavering spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship. With over 2,000 industry experts dedicated to our vision, we actively contribute to and uplift the communities impacted by our infrastructure projects and our Aldridge family.

Built on collaboration and a commitment to mental wellness, our core values create an unparalleled sense of unity and camaraderie within our organization. Through team-building events, open-door policies, and visible executive presence, we foster an environment where everyone can thrive, innovate, and make a meaningful difference. Join us in building the infrastructure that keeps the world moving and connected – become a part of the A-team to start building and strengthening your career today!

The annual base pay for this role is between $90,000 - $120,000. The actual pay is dependent upon many factors,…