Jr. Accountant

Founded in 1941, Dragados is a primary construction arm of ACS Group, consistently ranked first overall on the Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 250 International Contractors List. Dragados is an industry leader in delivering all types of major infrastructure projects and has a proven track record of completing some of the largest, most complex, and first-of-their kind projects in the U.S. and across the globe. In North America alone, Dragados has experience delivering more than $40 billion worth of major infrastructure projects within the last 10 years and is currently ranked #5 in transportation and #31 overall on ENR’s 2022 Top 400 Contractors list.

The Hampton Roads Connector Partners JV (HRCP) consisting of VINCI Construction, Dragados, and Flatiron has been selected to construct the $3.3BN Design Build project –the largest civil construction contract ever awarded by the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT).

The project scope across a 9-mile section of the I-64 will include: a new 3.5-mile bridge-tunnel crossing that will accommodate a total of 8 lanes of capacity across the water, replacement of the existing marine approach bridges and the addition of a third lane on I-64 in each direction. The twin 45 diameter 1.5-mile tunnels will be bored by TBM, creating the second largest TBM tunnel opening for a TBM in North America.

Responsibilities:

Including but not limited to:

• Performs data entry for accounts payable vouchers, invoices, bills and expenses to ensure accurate and timely payment
• Reconcile and prepare subcontractor payment applications
• Reconcile vendor account statements
• Establish records of accounts and input entries into to proper accounts
• Enter manual general ledger entries as required
• Maintain account sub-ledgers
• Prepare accounting records, including financial statements and other financial reports, to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to standards defined within the department
• Document and ensure proper keeping of financial records, making use of current technologies
• Prepare documentation for contracts, transactions, or regulatory compliance
• Works closely with the area Senior Accountant to be trained as a backup in their absence
• Perform additional assignments per management’s direction

Qualifications:

Required

• A Bachelor’s degree in accounting, or a Bachelor’s degree in business with emphasis in accounting from an accredited institution.
• Ability to manage a number of different tasks and projects in an organized and efficient manner.
• Must have excellent work habits to get the job done, especially when important deadlines cause greater than normal departmental pressures
• Strong communication and problem solving skills
• Good knowledge of accounting rules, regulations and procedures
• Must be able to work on an active construction job site in an office setting
• Must have reliable transportation
• Fluent in English with professional proficiency

Preferred

• Construction accounting experience
• Previous accounts payable experience

Benefits:  

• Comprehensive compensation package  
• Health Insurance/Dental Insurance/Vision Insurance  
• Employer Paid Life Insurance and AD&D  
• Wellness benefits & Employee Assistance Program  
• Paid Holidays  
• Paid Time Off 

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise; employment in this job is an “at will” employment relationship.   

Dragados USA Inc is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.