Project Accountant

Overview

The Project Accountant is responsible for proper billing, revenue, and reconciliation duties for projects under their purview. Project transactions must be recorded in accordance with GAAP revenue recognition guidelines and the organization’s workflow. This role works closely with Client Services Event Managers.

Responsibilities

• Understand and apply the organization’s project accounting processes and practices
• Propose project journal entries to manage the project’s funds
• Assist with month-end close activities, including:
  • Reviewing project working capital summaries
  • Reviewing project Profit & Loss/Balance Sheet statements
  • Reviewing Percent of Completion (POC) schedules
• Prepare other ad hoc reports and analysis as assigned
• Strengthen and maintain efficiency of the revenue accounting function by reviewing processes and procedures and implementing process improvements
• Answer account management questions related to client billing
• Contribute to revenue and deferred revenue analyses
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Participate in cross training
• Assist in month-end close process improvements to reduce close cycle time

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field
• 3–5 years of comprehensive experience in project accounting
• Strong MS Excel skills (pivots, v/h-lookups, etc.)
• Financial expertise in POC billing and GAAP ASC606 revenue recognition
• Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and analytic problem-solving skills
• Strong organization and time management skills, including the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work collaboratively
• Experience with efficient processes and the use of technology; accuracy is essential

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA (active or inactive)
• Experience with NetSuite
• Experience with project management applications/systems

Compensation & Benefits

• Maximum base pay: $65,000 - $75,000

Location

Remote