Project Manager Project Accountant - Construction
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Overview
Schedule
Alternate-schedule
Full-time
Career level
Director
Remote
On-site
Compensation
$95,000-$105,000/year
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Job Description
- Do you have experience as a Project Manager in the trades?
- Do you also have Project Accounting experience?
- Can you start your workday on-site in Berkeley by 5:30 a.m.?
- If so, answered “Yes” to at least two questions, please keep reading…….
- You’ve done something similar before and have a strong understanding of job costing, progress billing, and the ability to plan, track and control a project’s funding so it is completed on-time, on-budget, with accurate reporting and a happy client You have either worked as a Project Manager or worked closely with folks responsible for scheduling large-scale projects, ideally including staff and equipment
- You LOVE numbers, have great attention to detail, and enjoy keeping projects organized
- You’re great at MS-Excel, have used MS-Project or something similar
- You’re naturally bossy and enjoy keeping projects on target
- You have excellent written and verbal communication skills and enjoy working with a field-based team Bonus points for:
- A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, business, or a related field
- 3-to-5 years of experience in this or a similar field dealing with residential or commercial projects/project accounting
- You have experience with Sage Intacct/Sage 50 Accounting, Intuit QuickBooks Online, Xero, or FreshBooks or another foundation accounting software
- Familiarity with schedule of values, billing for stored materials on-site or in bonded storage, billing interim milestones a plus
- Having a better than average memory is a HUGE plus
- You have experience as a team leader/supervisor and trainer
- Create job progress reports daily and deliver them to the CEO/President and Director of Field Operations
- Create and deliver weekly job costing/profitability reports and deliver them to our CEO/President, Director of Field Operations, Director of Finance, and Director of People & Strategy so they may pass information along to our CAEs (Certified Arborists/Estimators)
- Review large-scale estimates and contracts with our President/CEO and Commercial Bidder to ensure all relevant charges are included
- Prepare and manage progress billing including lien waivers and supporting documentation
- Track contract values, change orders, labor costs, overtime, subcontractor billing and other project-related expenses
- Monitor budgets, analyze variances, and forecast project profitability
- Reconcile job costs, verify subcontractor invoices, and ensure billing accuracy
- Finalize billing and financial documentation
- Maintain compliance with company accounting policies and contract terms
- May be required to attend 5:00 a.m. (PST) meetings via phone from time-to-time
- Work alongside our CEO and Director of Field Operations to transition to a new project management software that ties into our current accounting system, Sage Intaact, ADP, and our CRM. COMPENSATION AND FURTHER DETAILSThe person who is accepts this role must be thoroughly satisfied with a salary of between $95,000.00 and $105,000.00 based on fit to the position and company culture. This is a full-time, on-site, position that must be worked at our headquarters at 2828 8th Street, Berkeley, CA. We currently do not have a remote/WFH option. For this reason, preference will be given to candidates who live within a 45-minute drive of our location. The winning candidate will receive benefits and perks including: 401(k), PTO (Paid Time Off/Vacation), holidays, sick days, an employee discount, employee referral bonus, training funds, and a generous health coverage plan paid at 100% including medical, dental, and optical insurance after 90 days of employment. Who should NOT apply:
- Project Management or Accounting folks with NO experiencedoing Project Management OR Project Accounting in the TRADES.
- Folks who live more than 45 minutes from our office at 2828 8th Street, Berkeley, CA. (Traffic in the morning can be maddening and this position does not have a work-from-home option.) NOTE: If you plan to move, please indicate so on your resume or cover letter
- Anyone seeking a salary beyond what’s in our 2026 budget of $95K-to-$105K
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FAQs About Project Manager Project Accountant - Construction Jobs at The Professional Tree Care Company
What is the work location for this position at The Professional Tree Care Company?
This job at The Professional Tree Care Company is located in Berkeley, CA, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.
What pay range can candidates expect for this role at The Professional Tree Care Company?
Candidates can expect a pay range of $95,000 and $105,000 per year.
What employment applies to this position at The Professional Tree Care Company?
The Professional Tree Care Company lists this position under the following employment categories:
- Alternate-schedule
- Full-time
What experience level is required for this role at The Professional Tree Care Company?
The Professional Tree Care Company is looking for a candidate with "Director" experience level.
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