Project/Staff Accountant
W.E. Lyons Construction Co., a California A & B licensed General Contractor established in 1926, is one of the oldest family-owned and managed general contracting and design-build firms in Northern California. We specialize in commercial, multi-family, retail, high-tech, manufacturing and industrial building construction and management. The majority of our work is performed in the eight Bay Area counties.
We have an immediate career opportunity for an experienced Project/Staff Accountant. Our construction projects are primarily located throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. Prefer experience in design/build, commercial ground-up construction, public works projects and/or multi-family retrofit repair work.
Company is paying competitive salary commensurate with experience, and provides great family medical, dental, vision and 401K plans.
General Job Duties
Coordination and management of accounts payable function
Prepare and post credit card and Fastrack allocations
Review and validate vendor statements
Other related and additional responsibilities as requested by corporate executives
Project Job Duties
Process monthly Owner Billings along with required documentation
Process approved subcontractor pay applications into accounting system
Assist with obtaining lien waivers and other documents from subcontractors prior to release of payments
Review certified payrolls and input data into appropriate systems (DIR, LCP Tracker, etc.)
Interact with outside customers using outstanding customer service skills and diplomacy
Issue and track subcontracts
Insurance Certificate review
Skills & Qualifications
Associates Degree in Accounting with 5 years similar experience.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other office applications.
Strong organizational skills and commitment to meeting deadlines.
Ability to multi-task and be detail oriented.
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work in fast-paced environment while maintaining a positive attitude.
Ability to work on assignments that are sensitive in nature while maintaining confidentiality of Company and Departmental information
About Us
W.E. Lyons Construction Co. is a growing Northern California general contractor specializing in commercial and industrial building construction and management. Our installations include self-performed direct hire carpentry/labor crews. You can learn more about our company at www.welyons.com. As a growing company we are looking for individuals with an interest to learn and contribute in a variety of ways involving construction management, engineering, estimating and good overall business practices.