Corporate Accountant

POSITION SUMMARY: The Corporate Accountant will work within the accounting department and report to the Accounting Manager. This role is responsible for a wide range of activities, including treasury and general ledger accounting functions. The Corporate Accountant will take the lead on banking activities, compile quarterly financial statements, review financial data, and ensure financial compliance.  This role will include working with the Accounting Manager, Controller and CFO. This role will include working with the Accounting Manager, Controller and CFO. This role will be fully in-office in Lake Oswego, OR.

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When you ask a Hoffman employee what stands out most about the company, across the board they say, "the people.” Hoffman provides employees with the freedom and independence to solve challenges without bureaucratic second-guessing, opportunities to build the most exciting projects and amazing benefits. We provide health insurance, paid time off, a generous retirement program and highly competitive pay. We take care of each other by offering free primary healthcare to our employees and their families through our dedicated healthcare clinics. We encourage team building and giving back through community events. Hoffman is an employee-owned company, giving our employee-owners a stake in the company's long-term success. 

Headquartered in the Northwest, Hoffman has been building some of the most exciting projects in the world for over a century. We work in a wide range of markets; from urban high-rise towers and cultural projects such as museums and libraries; to advanced technology, industrial manufacturing facilities; water treatment plants; healthcare facilities and more. We have had the good fortune to build many of the region's most significant and challenging projects, including the Portland International Airport, Space Needle Century Project, Oregon Convention Center, Seattle Central Library, MoPOP, Colman Dock, Washington Park Reservoir, Portland's South Waterfront, Tillamook Creamery Visitors Center, Doernbecher Children's Hospital and many more. 

Our people take pride in their work, support each other more than anything else, and drive our commitment to exceptional construction. Many of our employees have been here for 30+ years; people often join us straight out of college/apprenticeships and stay for their entire careers. We are looking for builders with a wide range of talent to join our team; could you be the next employee of Hoffman? 

Salary Range: $75,000 - $95,000 annually (DOE).

 

Essential Responsibilities:

• Serve as the main lead on banking activities to include daily cash and investment reporting and balancing, funding accounts, monitoring incoming payments, positive pay exception decision making, initiating wire transfers, and monthly bank reconciliations. 
• Communicate cash receipts to stakeholders and apply payments.  
• Account for investment transactions monthly. 
• Manage escrow compliance with CFO.
• Manage financial accounting activities for assigned entities to include overhead expense coding approval, quarterly job profit calculations, account reconciliations, cost transfers, accrual entries, and financial statement preparation.
• Support the Controller and Accounting Manager with annual financial audits and project-based contract compliance audits.
• Provide outstanding service through timely and effective follow-ups and communications with both internal and external customers.
• Support departmental projects and data requests as needed.

Qualifications: 

Position Related Skills  

• Detail oriented with exceptional organizational skills.
• Proficient in Windows and Microsoft Office 365 (Excel, Word, Outlook, Power Point and Teams) and have a general understanding of working within a computer network. Strong MS Excel Skills (pivot tables, V-lookups, etc.) preferred.
• Working knowledge of JD Edwards or similar ERP platform preferred.
• Experience using US Bank Single Point or Clearwater Investment Management software preferred.
• Must be able to function in a deadline-oriented environment and be well organized.
• Must be able to work multiple tasks and between a variety of departments.
• Ability to work well and maintain a cooperative attitude through high-pressure situations.
• Excellent time-management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work while frequently interrupted by phone calls and questions on work in progress.
• Must be a strong team player, self-starter, flexible, and be able to collaborate well with various personnel, with minimal instruction, and minimal direct supervision.
• Ability to work well in a large professional setting. Patience and professionalism are essential.

 

Professional Experience and Education

• At least two to three (2-3) years of similar accounting experience required.
• Working understanding of GAAP.
• Experience in similar accounting role within the construction industry is preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting is strongly preferred.

Physical and Mental Requirements: 

• Standing/Walking/Sitting: workday is combination of standing, walking and sitting. 
• Must be able to climb stairs: 5% of day.  
• Hands/Arms: constant use of hands/fingers for mouse/keyboard/computer use.  
• Sight: visual acuity in near, mid, and far range vision. Color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, hand/eye coordination.  
• Hearing: sufficient to hear conversational levels in person and over the telephone. 
• Speech: sufficient to make oneself heard in person, speak in front of groups, and be understood over the telephone.
• Lift/Carry: Up to 20lbs. Computer/drawings - minimal.
• Bending/Twisting: minimal.  
• Kneeling/Crouching/Crawling: minimal.  
• Constant mental alertness, accuracy, and attention to detail required.  
• Must be able to work independently, make decisions, and follow through on all assignments.  
• Must use creativity, independent judgment, and organizational and critical thinking skills to determine best method to accomplish desired results.  
• Must be able to plan and organize work.  
• Must possess strong organizational and computer use skills and have a high level of competency to read/write/speak English, interpret construction related documentation and communicate with coworkers.

 

 

**Please note, we are not able to offer employment sponsorship for this position**

 

Hoffman is building a diverse company, and we welcome all candidates to apply.

Headquartered in the Pacific Northwest, the Hoffman Construction name is synonymous with some of the most iconic projects in the region like the Portland International Airport, the Space Needle Century Project, MoPOP, Seattle Central Library, Colman Dock, Randall Children's Hospital, and the University of Oregon’s Hayward Field.

Our company has been in business for almost a century, but we’re not stuck in the past. We encourage innovation, and we welcome diversity.

Hoffman is employee-owned, which means employee owners have a stake in the company's long term success, and it means you have the freedom and independence to solve challenges without bureaucratic second-guessing.

You’ll earn highly competitive pay, get professional skills training and enjoy benefits like free primary healthcare for you and your family through our dedicated healthcare clinics, health insurance, paid time off, a generous retirement program and a culture of inclusion and acceptance.

The people who work here take pride in their work, support each other and drive our commitment to exceptional construction, from urban high-rise towers, educational buildings, museums and libraries to advanced technology, industrial manufacturing facilities, water treatment plants, healthcare facilities and more.

Hoffman is a place where you can feel like you belong. Many of our employees have been here for 20+ years. They often join us straight out of college or apprenticeships and grow their entire careers here.

We’re looking for people with a wide range of talents in positions from the jobsite to our corporate offices. Explore our website, and, if you like what you see, apply today.