Full-Time Construction Staff Accountant

Company: CHARTERED DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
Location: Boulder
Posted on: May 26, 2023

Job Description:

About Chartered Development CorporationChartered Development Corporation is a well-established, boutique residential production builder and developer celebrating over 35 years of business across the western United States. Currently developing and building in the Denver Metro Area, with projects in Broomfield, Erie, and Longmont, among others, Chartered is thrilled to be expanding its team.Position SummaryChartered is actively seeking a dynamic and experienced Full-Time Construction Staff Accountant to join its Boulder office. This position will be responsible for executing all monthly accounting and other accounting-related activities, including general bookkeeping, processing accounts payable, bank reconciliations, construction loan draws, job cost accounting, work-in-progress (WIP) reporting, and filing and maintaining organized accounting records, among other accounting-related activities as needed. This role will report directly to the Vice President, Finance with a direct line to the President of the Company. This presents a fantastic opportunity for anyone looking to gain immediate, hands-on experience with key financial processes pertaining to multifamily construction, development, and property management.Key Functions

• Performing general monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting and bookkeeping functions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, and journal entries
• Assembling information for monthly construction loan draws, including client billings packages in accordance with contract terms and conditions
• Preparation of bank deposits, monthly bank and general ledger reconciliations, and cash receipt entries and cash management
• Ensuring receipt of required vendor/subcontractor documentation, including invoices, insurance, bonding, SDI, workers compensation, statutory declarations, and lien waivers (as applicable)
• Interpreting trade partner documentation for accounting-related items
• Providing project teams with ad hoc reports and analysis, as needed
• Maintaining organization of internal filing system
• Completing all financial transactions in a timely and accurate manner
• Cultivating relationships with accounting equivalents in client and subcontractor offices
• Performing other accounting and construction-related duties as requiredCore Competencies
  • Ability to successfully manage multiple projects while meeting competing deadlines
  • Ability to work in a composed, professional manner under pressure in a fast-paced environment
  • Performs well independently with minimal supervision
  • Positive and accountable working approach with internal and external stakeholders
  • Organized and detail-oriented approach to assignments
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Interested in improving processes and implementing standards
  • Candidates interested in building a long-term career in a growing organizationOther Requirements
    • Basic knowledge of theoretical and practical accounting skills, including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
    • Driver's license, working vehicle and automobile insurance
    • Ability and willingness to reliably commute to office or planning to relocate before starting work in Boulder, CO office
    • Proficiency with computers and Microsoft applications, including Excel, Word, Outlook, Project
    • Must be willing and enthusiastic about learning new software and systems, including Yardi, Procore, QuickBooks, among othersEducation and Experience
      • Undergraduate degree required
      • Degree in accounting or construction considered an asset
      • At least 1 year of professional accounting experience in construction or a related industry preferredWork EnvironmentChartered runs a small, family-oriented office, so a "Yes" attitude is vital to success in this role. This position is full-time and located in Chartered's Boulder, CO office. Work is required to be performed in-person in the office. This is not a remote position. There may be periods of extended work hours as well as stressful periods of work that require flexibility and patience. Candidates must be able to receive direction as well as be able to communicate and give clear, consistent instruction and/or feedback to others. This is a big position where there is no task too small. All employees wear multiple hats, which keeps everyday new and exciting.
        Benefits
        • Type: Full-Time Exempt Employment
        • Work Location: Boulder, CO 80301
        • Schedule: Monday-Friday
        • Salary Range: $55,000 - $70,000 per year
        • Benefits:
          • 401(k) and matching
            • Paid time off
              • Health insurance
                • Dental insurance available
                  • Vision insurance available
                    Please submit a brief motivation letter and updated resume through this job post for consideration. Only qualified candidates will be contacted. Looking to hire immediately.
                    Thank you for your interest.Chartered Development Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer as well as a drug-free, smoke-free company that strives to keep employees happy and balanced. All employees may be subject to a background and drug test.Chartered Development Corporation has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the Company may pay for the position at the time of posting. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary, equity considerations, and available market information, but not based on a candidate's sex or any other protected status.

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