Project Accountant

Project Accountant:

Must have A&E or Construction experience

Deltek Vision is preferred

40 hour work weeks 8:30-5:30 or 9-6

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Review bid and proposals from a financial perspective and advise Project Managers, Studio Leaders and Practice Area Leaders
• Review executed agreements to identify the legal entity contracted in the performance obligation, and client requirements such as certificate of insurance, external invoicing portals, invoicing schedule, performance bond, etc
• Setup projects in ERP system in accordance to Company policy
• Collect all legal documentation required for budgeted sub-consultants including but not limited to Master Agreement, Certificate of Insurance, and Work Authorization to ensure uninterrupted payment to all consultants
• Provide project reports and financial analyses as requested by Project Managers and advise on best practices to achieve optimal profits
• Evaluate project planning and suggest corrective action to Project Managers to enhance profitability and ensure revenue recognition in accordance with GAAP ASC 606
• Analyze month-end financial reports, identifying outliers/anomalies and assist Project Managers to manage financial planning and forecast
• Work with Project Managers to produce monthly client invoices and client requisition forms in a timely manner
• Participate in monthly studio collection meeting. Identify delinquent accounts and contact clients to resolve outstanding matters as expeditiously as possible. Escalate complex matter to Project Accounting Lead
• Assist Project Managers with close-out procedures in accordance to Company policy
• Perform ad-hoc analyses, administrative tasks and special projects as required
• Flexibility to travel and attend project meetings as needed

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

• 3 - 5 years of experience in a professional services environment preferably in Architectural, Engineering and Construction
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration
• ERP experience (Deltek Vision) desired
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel. Powerpoint, Outlook)

SKILLS:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, displaying professionalism when assisting internal and external customers
• Possesses strong organizational and time management skills in order to meet deadlines
• Proven self-starter, able to work independently
• High standards of accuracy and precision
• Ability to work with a group toward a shared purpose or a goal by collaborating and cooperating with others
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced office environment, working both collaboratively and independently, to meet deadlines on multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage confidential information
• Possess and demonstrate the highest degree of integrity
• Commitment to ethical behavior and compliance with all Company policies, current FASB guidance, and US and International laws