EPC Solar - Project Accountant

Job Title: EPC Project Accountant  
Reports To: Chief Financial Officer 
Classification: Full-Time, Exempt
Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL

LPL Solar is a self-perform construction firm focused on building large-scale solar projects for utility companies and Independent Power Producers (IPPs). Our management team of industry leaders and experts have a combined experience of 84GW of solar experience over 650+ projects in twenty-one states and the Canadian province of Ontario.

As a Project Accountant, you will play a crucial role in overseeing and managing the financial aspects of construction projects. Your responsibilities will include creating budgets, analyzing costs, and ensuring accurate financial tracking. Here are the key details:
Duties/Responsibilities:

• Review and process project related contracts, subcontracts, purchase orders and other various agreements as required, ensuring required clauses and details are in contracts.
• Review and process general job cost invoices and subcontractor billings accurately and timely.
• Coordinates with legal and compliance departments when necessary.
• Maintains an organized system of physical and digital records.
• Reconcile monthly inventories, and materials analysis as directed.
• Ensure all project costs (equipment, material, supplies, misc.) are processed.
• Perform closeout functions including reconciliations, financial status reports, final invoices, and final reporting.
• Assist with time and effort reporting system and ensures it is complete and in compliance with applicable regulations.
• Review unit entry and unit reconciliations as prepared by supporting staff.
• Ensure proper payments to all subcontractors and major suppliers.
• Produce statements and reports using a variety of sources.
• Assist with other areas of accounting to ensure a timely month-end closing.
• Complete other related duties and assist with special projects as needed.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• Preferred certification in construction accounting.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in private or public accounting.
• Working knowledge of construction cost accounting and related financial procedures.
• Familiarity with accounting software such as Sage 300 and Procore.
• Working knowledge of the construction industry.
• Sound analytical and mathematical skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment.