Accounting Coordinator
Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for corporate finance and accounting? MCL Construction is seeking an Accounting Coordinator to join our dynamic team. This role offers a unique opportunity to support a wide range of corporate finance functions, from insurance administration to vendor compliance and financial reporting.
KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITIES
Essential functions of the role include, but are not limited to, the following:
Corporate Functions
Coordinates the processing of insurance claims (vehicle, builder’s risk, property, etc.) as necessary
Reviews insurance invoices for accuracy
Manages the processing of builder’s risk insurance and submits reports to broker monthly; compares project billings to actual expenses monthly and reports variances to Controller
Assists with the administration of company insurance, including change requests and endorsement process
Supports Scare Away Cancer Foundation (invoicing, thank you/tax deductible letters, data entry)
Runs various reports for Controller as requested (Procore billings, job billing projections, etc.)
Provides backup support to front desk when needed
Project-Specific Functions
Updates new and renewal subcontractor Certificates of Insurance (COIs) in the accounting system, reaches out to vendors regarding any needed changes, communicates noncompliance to Controller
Communicates incomplete subcontract documents to project managers and subcontractors prior to a pay application being ready to pay (missing subcontracts, Payment and Performance Bond, pre-qualifications, insurance)
Assists in the setup of new projects using designated software
Manages the subcontractor prequalification process
Assists with Tax Exempt Forms 13 and 17 as requested by vendors
Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable Functions
Processes new vendor credit applications
Processes company credit cards using designated software; assists users with questions/issues reviews outstanding transactions and sends reminders when appropriate, reviews final approvals for sales/use tax implications, uploads transactions to accounting system
Monitors outstanding invoices in the approval process, sends reminders when appropriate, monitor for sales/use tax implications
Assists Accounting Manager in generating and troubleshooting accounts receivable discrepancy reports
Works with project accountants and estimators to assign appropriate expense codes in designated software
Assists the Accounting Manager in the review of AP vendor statements, as requested
Assists project accountants with monthly billing process, as requested
IDEAL EXPERIENCE & SKILLS
Associate’s degree in accounting, Finance, or Business Administration
Two to five years’ progressive experience in accounting
Candidates with an acceptable combination of experience and education will be considered.
Experience in construction industry highly preferred
KNOWLEDGE
Sage 300 experience preferred but not required
TALENT
Execution
Exception attention to detail
Strong work ethic and dedication
Ability to prioritize tasks effectively under deadlines, with strong organizational skills
Self-starter with willingness to learn new technology
Relationships
Able to collaborate cross functionally creating a win-win outcome
Effective communication skills, both written and oral, with ability to adjust communication based on audience
Thinking
Able to think critically, with a natural curiosity and ability to dig deeper into understanding
Influencing
Personal leadership with a professional, solution-oriented demeanor
ENVIRONMENT
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, talk, hear, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, and crouch or crawl. The employee may be required to lift up to 25 pounds.
Work Environment
The noise level in the work environment is a typical office setting unless at a construction site. This position requires occasional visits to active construction sites.
DISCLAIMER
The functions and skills described here are general in nature and represent the type of work performed. They do not constitute an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities performed on the job.
EEO
MCL embraces equal employment opportunity and is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive and diverse we are, the more we can exceed our clients’ expectations and continue to deliver world-class projects.