Construction Project Accounting & Controls
Company: Mercy Health
Location: Saint Louis
Posted on: March 31, 2025
Job Description:
We're a Little Different Our mission is clear. We bring to life
a healing ministry through our compassionate care and exceptional
service. At Mercy, we believe in careers that match the unique
gifts of unique individuals - careers that not only make the most
of your skills and talents, but also your heart. Join us and
discover why Modern Healthcare Magazine named us in its "Top 100
Places to Work."Overview: The Construction Project Accounting &
Controls position reports to the Construction Business Manager and
is responsible for the financial management of capital construction
projects, including contracts, expenditures, compliance with
internal controls, maintaining project financial records and
reconciliation of multiple internal systems for a community within
Mercy. This position works extensively with Mercy's Planning Design
and Construction department, the Center of Excellence Fixed asset
team and the community financial reporting department. Job
Responsibilities: Provides project financial support to local
Planning, Design & Construction team by:
Requesting project funding and
setting up projects in project tracking softwareAssisting with
issuing, processing and tracking contractsProcessing invoices and
tracking expenditures against commitmentsEntering all project
transactional data into project tracking softwareAssisting with
budget maintenanceReconciling projects monthly using multiple
internal software systemsIssuing monthly financial reports to local
teams and leadershipMaintaining project financial files Reconciling
commitments and closing out projectsPreparing and submitting
project depreciation schedules to Fixed Assets teamEnforces
compliance with internal process controlsAssists in regular
cashflow reporting of large capital construction projectsActs as
liaison with local Finance department and local leadershipActs as
liaison with internal and third-party auditorsCompletes fiscal
year-end dutiesCompletes special projects as directed by
Construction Business ManagerQualifications:
- Education: BS Degree in Finance or Accounting (or similar) or
equivalent experience
- Experience: A minimum of 3-5 years.
- Other Skills:
- Demonstrated knowledge with financial applications and
processes.
- Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team on both a local
and system level.
- Demonstrated ability to interact with leadership teams.
- Demonstrated knowledge of financial systems.
- Knowledgeable of underlying process flows;
- Demonstrates developed analytical skills including
identification of issues/opportunities and potential
resolution.
- Works independently;
- Demonstrates appropriate prioritization, efficiency, and
problem solving.
- Strong Microsoft Office skills and position specific
applicationsWe Offer Great Benefits:Day-one comprehensive health,
vision and dental coverage, PTO, tuition reimbursement and
employer-matched retirement funds are just a few of the great
benefits offered to eligible co-workers, including those working 32
hours or more per pay period! We're bringing to life a healing
ministry through compassionate care.At Mercy, our supportive
community will be behind you every step of your day, especially the
tough ones. You will have opportunities to pioneer new models of
care and transform the health care experience through advanced
technology and innovative procedures. We're expanding to help our
communities grow. Join us and be a part of it all.What Makes You a
Good Match for Mercy? Compassion and professionalism go
hand-in-hand with us. Having a positive outlook and a strong sense
of advocacy is in perfect step with our mission and vision. We're
also collaborative and unafraid to do a little extra to deliver
excellent care - that's just part of our commitment. If that sounds
like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply.
EEO/AA/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans
Keywords: Mercy Health, St. Louis , Construction Project Accounting & Controls, Professions , Saint Louis, Missouri
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