Simon Property Group
Retail Real Estate
Specialist,ConstructionCost
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“Specialist, Construction Cost at Simon Property Group. Skills: Project Accounting, Excel, Vendor Coordination. Support financial operations. Manage budgets”
What You'll Achieve.
Ensure compliance; Ensure profitability
Industry & Context.
Problem-solving mindset
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field, Proven experience in accounting or finance, Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Advanced proficiency in Microsoft 365, Familiarity with AIA G702 & G703 pay applications, Familiarity with general contractor billing procedures, Experience with accounting platforms such as JDEdwards, Experience with accounting platforms such as Sage, Experience with accounting platforms such as QuickBooks
Nice to Have
experience ideally within construction or project-based environments, macros, customer service orientation, professional demeanor
What You'll Do.
Support financial operations
Prepare pay applications
Review pay applications
Maintain expense records
Monitor project timelines
Monitor financial milestones
Collaborate with vendors
Collaborate with stakeholders
Ensure timely invoicing
Ensure timely payments
Ensure financial reporting
Navigate contract workflows
Navigate billing cycles
Navigate project documentation
Support contracting procedures
Support change orders
Support compliance documentation
Assist reconciliation
Troubleshoot system errors
Troubleshoot program errors
Monitor partnership approvals
Communicate budget flows
Coordinate office needs
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate with external vendors; Collaborate with internal stakeholders; Team collaboration skills
Communication Scope
Interpersonal skills; Communication skills; Clear and concise written communication skills; Clear and concise verbal communication skills
Process & Methodology
Monitor project timelines, Monitor financial milestones
Full Job Description
**Job Location:** Corporate Indianapolis Simon Property Group is the global leader in retail real estate. We are an S&P 100 Company and have been named Fortune’s Most Admired Real Estate Company six times in the last decade. Working at Simon provides the opportunity to gain experience from the best in the industry and to be a part of a success story. Our culture fosters innovation and creates dynamic career opportunities for those who embrace our core values of passion, entrepreneurial spirit, and commitment to excellence and who want to make an impact on our continued success. **Primary Purpose** Support financial operations and internal processes for Simon Construction Group (SCG), ensuring accurate project accounting, vendor coordination, and compliance across multiple construction projects. **Key Responsibilities** **Project Accounting** * Support financial operations across multiple concurrent construction projects * Utilize Excel and accounting software to manage budgets, forecasts, and cost tracking * Prepare and review General Contractor pay applications, including AIA Forms G702 & G703 * Maintain accurate records of project expenses and reconcile accounts * Monitor project timelines and financial milestones to ensure compliance and profitability **Vendor & Stakeholder Coordination** * Collaborate with external vendors and internal stakeholders to ensure timely invoicing, payments, and financial reporting * Navigate workflows involving contracts, billing cycles, and project documentation * Support contracting procedures including change orders, lien waivers, and compliance documentation **System & Software Support** * Assist in reconciliation between Kahua, JDEdwards, and other corporate databases * Troubleshoot and resolve system and program errors * Monitor partnership approvals and communicate budget flows **Administrative Duties** * Coordinate office needs such as supplies, mail, travel, and IS follow-ups * Perform other duties as assigned **Minimum Qual
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