Accountant , Construction

Position: Accountant 3, Construction
## Accountant 3, Construction Apply:
Hybrid:
Miami, FL:
Full time:
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** Accountant 3
** The University of Miami/UHealth department of Facilities has an exciting opportunity for a Full Time Accountant 3 to work in Miami, FL. The Accountant 3 maintains financial records and ensures that financial transactions are properly recorded. This position safeguards the accuracy of entries to ledger accounts and reconciles subsidiary ledger accounts to the general ledger.
* Prepares complex balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and other financial reports.
* Analyzes current costs, revenues, financial commitments, and obligations incurred to predict future revenues and expenses.
* Oversees, mentors, and assists lower-level accountants.
* Avoids legal challenges by complying with legal requirements.
* Protects organization's value by keeping information confidential.
* Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, maintaining personal networks, and participating in professional organizations.
* Prepares and records asset, liability, revenue, and expenses entries by compiling and analyzing account information.
* Creates financial reports for taxes, regulatory agencies, and stockholders.
* Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
** Department Specific Functions
** The Accountant 3 (H) is responsible for applying principles of accounting to manage project accounts for UHealth Facilities Operations & Planning, with a primary focus on Integrated Project Delivery capital projects. Responsibilities include reviewing purchase orders, invoices, supplier contracts, progress payment requests, and change orders.  
* Act as a liaison between vendors, contractors, UM Purchasing, UM Accounts Payable, client financial representatives, and project managers to ensure all financial activities related to projects are accurate at all times.
* Accurately process project-related invoices in a timely manner.
* Verify the accuracy of invoice details, including amounts, coding, and project references.
* Ensure proper approval and authorization of invoices before processing.
* Resolve any discrepancies of issues related to invoices in coordination with vendors and project managers.
* Review purchase orders and change order requests for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company policies.
* Verify that all necessary approvals and supporting documentation are in place.
* Conduct regular one-on-one meetings with project managers to review project financials.
* Provide insights and updates on project budgets, expenditures, and financial performance.
* Address any financial concerns or questions from project managers.
* Reconcile project accounts to ensure all transactions are accurately recorded.
* Assist project managers and their project assistant in close out process by maintaining the internal financial reports, preparing, and posting journal entries.
* Identify and resolve any discrepancies or variances in project financials.
* Prepare detailed reconciliation reports and present findings to management.
* Ensure all project-related financial activities are in compliance with accounting standards.
* Manage the financial closeout process for projects, ensuring all financial obligations are met.
* Coordinate with project managers and other stakeholders to ensure all project costs are accounted for.
* Ensure proper documentation and archiving of project financial records.
* Prepare and post journal entries related to project financial transactions.
* Ensure all entries are accurate and recorded in the correct accounting periods.
* Investigate and resolve any discrepancies or unusual transactions related to projects.
* Analyze transaction details to identify root causes of issues.
* Work with project managers, vendors, and other stakeholders to address and resolve issues.
* Generate and analyze financial reports related to project performance.
* Provide insights and recommendations based on financial analysis.
* Prepare regular financial updates and presentations for management.
* Ensure timely and accurate reporting of project financials.
* Ensure all financial activities comply with company policies,…