Senior Project Accountant

SOLV Energy is a leading provider of infrastructure services to the power industry, designing, building and maintaining utility‐scale solar, battery storage and high‐voltage substation projects nationwide. The Senior Project Accountant will perform advanced accounting functions, oversee the financial management of large‐scale construction projects, and ensure compliance with accounting standards. Position Responsibilities and Duties Oversee all accounting related functions for assigned projects, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies and procedures, and adherence to GAAP and regulatory bodies. Assist project teams with complex accounting‐related questions or needs, providing guidance and support. Prepare documentation and assist in interim and year‐end external audits, ensuring thorough and accurate records. Establish and maintain excellent working relationships with other business partners, including Project Managers, to ensure compliance with accounting policies, procedures, and controls. Understand and review owner contracts for accounting‐related tasks and responsibilities; review and track Preliminary notices. Prepare AIA billings and assemble billing with supporting documentation; collect and review lien waivers for subcontractors and sub‐tier subcontractors. Ensure subcontractor compliance with document requirements and process subcontractor payments in a timely manner. Drive team adherence to month‐end and quarterly deadlines, continually adopting innovative ideas to improve the closing process. Develop and enhance project accounting processes, identifying and implementing efficiency and accuracy improvements. Perform cost coding and review the accuracy of vendor and subcontractor invoices. Complete month‐end and year‐end closing procedures, including the preparation of complex journal entries, financial analysis, and account reconciliations. Assist the tax department in calculating and processing job cost and sales tax accruals in accordance with state and county tax regulations. Assist Accounts Receivable with the cash application process for owner billings. Train and mentor other Project Accountants, sharing expertise and best practices to enhance team performance. Adhere to financial deadlines, including month‐end and quarterly reporting. Complete other responsibilities as assigned, demonstrating flexibility and initiative. Minimum Skills or Experience Requirements Bachelor's Degree and 5+ years of relevant experience. Minimum 2 years of construction accounting experience. Strong audit experience, including active participation in interim and year‐end audits. Experience supporting or operating within a publicly traded company, with familiarity with SOX controls and public‐company reporting standards. Demonstrated understanding of GAAP and compliance requirements in a regulated environment. Strong understanding of accounting procedures and principles. Experience with online integrated accounting systems. Ability to organize work and handle multiple projects. Ability to instruct and review the work of team members and provide assistance. Detail‐oriented and exceptional organizational skills. Strong analytical skills. CPA, CMA, or CCIFP preferred. Work Environment and Physical Demands Occasional exposure to dust and fumes; requires frequent reaching, handling, sitting, standing, walking, hearing, finger dexterity, and talking. Occasional stooping, bending, crouching, carrying, and lifting 20 or more lbs. Noise intensity level is moderate. Benefits Medical, dental, vision, basic life, and disability insurance. 401(k) plan. Vacation, sick, and holiday pay. Compensation $97,600 - $122,000 Salary. Equal Opportunity Employer SOLV Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate the power of our differences and are committed to building diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplaces that improve our communities. SOLV Energy prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind against an employee or applicant based on race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, or ethnicity, mental or physical disability, veteran status, parental status, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr