Project Billing Specialist

Who We Are At PRIME, a culture of empathy, trust, and belonging is foundational.
This is integral in our approach to recruiting, developing, and retaining the best people in the industry.
Our growth mindset drives us to embrace challenges and discover what sparks inspiration for creative solutions.
PRIME is compelled to keep evolving, and creating new opportunities for those who perform.
Our comprehensive services cover the entire lifecycle of a project, capabilities include electrical construction, service and maintenance, underground, utilities services, renewable energy, and low voltage technology solutions.
Consistently recognized as one of Washington’s Best Workplaces! About the Role We are looking for Job Cost Specialist to help support PRIME Electric’s Construction groups with a focus on project billings, budgets, cost management and other project administration tasks.
Our ideal candidate will be a hard-working professional able to undertake a variety of Job Cost/Accounting tasks and work diligently under pressure.
This person will be comfortable working with a high volume of deliverables and deadlines and demonstrate an exceptional degree of attention to detail and accuracy.
The Job Cost team is highly collaborative, emulates ultimate teamwork, and strives to provide stellar customer service to our construction partners, clients, and owners.
If you enjoy accounting, managing a variety of tasks in a fast-paced environment, and working with a dynamic and fun team - apply today for immediate consideration! What You Will Do Collaborate with construction groups on all accounting-related tasks throughout project lifecycles.
Focus on General Contractor and owner billings, payment collection, and project compliance.
Review monthly Schedule of Values (SOV’s) for accuracy, preparing billing packages within deadlines.
Generate monthly substantiated cost packages, adhering to specific contract terms with supporting documentation.
Interpret contract language to fulfill applicable accounting requirements.
Track budgets, conduct internal cost postings, provide monthly projections and variances, and generate project reports.
Maintain high-efficiency and accuracy in data entry tasks.
Coordinate with internal and external project auditors.
Provide support to other corporate departments as needed.
Handle filing, scanning, and indexing tasks.
Undertake additional duties and projects as assigned.
What You Will Need to be Successful Associates degree from two-year college or technical school in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field and 2+ years related experience in Project Accounting, Accounts Receivable, Administration/Cash Collection or Job Cost Control; or equivalent combination of education and experience Solid understanding and experience in Job Cost Accounting, including Cost Control, Budgets, Projections, and Accounts Receivable Administration.
Experience within the Construction Industry (Electrical, General Contractor, etc.
) is a plus.
Knowledge of compliance matters such as Lien Releases, Vendor Affidavits, Payment Confirmations, etc.
Familiarity with Sales Tax, Use Tax, and Reseller permits.
Strong communication skills, both written and oral, with the ability to interface effectively at all levels.
Detail-oriented, customer-focused, exceptionally organized, with a sense of urgency and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to multitask, prioritize, and take initiative to provide support and follow-up.
Team player with experience working collaboratively.
Experience with Public Works Contracts (Intents/Affidavits, Certified payroll, etc.
) is a plus.
Experience with Viewpoint/Vista Accounting or related accounting software is a plus.
Intermediate to Advanced Microsoft Office Suite skills, especially Excel, are required.
Experience with Blue Beam REVU and Smartsheet is a plus.
Our Benefits -100% coverage for Medical, Dental, and Vision, including dependents, with no premium cost to the employee -401k Program w/ Direct Benefit -100% Employer-paid Life Insurance -Long Term Disability -Profit Sharing and Discretionary Bonus Program -Education/ Training Reimbursement Benefit -Paid Time off and Holiday Time Off *Prime Electric does not engage with or utilize recruiting or placement agencies for any recruiting or hiring needs.
Prime hiring managers are not authorized to review or accept resume referrals from any agencies.
This employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.