Jobs in Cedar Rapids, IA

About the role

The Weitz Company is seeking a Project Accountant to be located out of our Cedar Rapids, IA office.

What you'll bring

• To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each previously stated duty satisfactorily.
• The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and ability necessary to succeed in this role.
• Requires a high school diploma.
• A minimum of five years commensurate experience or three years of construction accounting related experience.
• A qualified candidate will have the ability to establish priorities, the forethought to know when to seek assistance, independent judgment, a flexible work style, and good analytical and problem solving skills.
• The ability to effectively communicate and work with a variety of different personalities are necessary skills for a substantial amount of contact with co-workers, subcontractors, vendors, and clients.
• Individual operates with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Discretion is often necessary in working with sensitive and confidential information.
• Technology: Candidate should be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), and have ability to learn specific accounting software (Tungsten, JDE, etc.).
• Advanced Excel skills are a must.
• Training will be provided on company standards.
• Our global construction group is comprised of Orascom Construction subsidiaries, The Weitz Company, Contrack Watts Inc., and Watts Constructors.

Benefits