Project Accountant - Remote, US

Overview

This role is for a Project Accountant to join a remote team, preferably in the West Region (California/Nevada).

The position oversees and reports on project cost accounting in a timely and accurate manner, in accordance with organizational accounting policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

Leadership and Direction

• Receive broad guidance relating to overall key objectives, critical issues, new concepts, and policy matters, including general parameters for execution.
• Apply extensive and diversified knowledge of accounting principles and practices across broad assignment areas.
• Review work produced by staff for quality assurance.

Operational and Company-Level Activities

• Oversee and report on project cost accounting in adherence to company accounting policies and procedures.
• Serve as a liaison between operations and corporate accounting functions (including, but not limited to, accounts payable and payroll).
• Review and analyze key performance metrics to support operations management and identify continuous improvement processes.

Project Accounting and Billing

• Identify, research, and resolve project issues.
• Reconcile and analyze project cost reports to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
• Assist and work with the Regional Controller to provide various account reports and collections support.
• Coordinate with other project billers and project managers using job billing experience to ensure accuracy of project setups and adherence to procedures.
• Update and maintain client budgets and consultant budgets, including scope, pricing, and change orders; provide evaluation and reporting.
• Use general business management skills in reviewing both project and business operating performance.
• Perform project setup for new projects.
• Manage the monthly invoicing process for projects.
• Review vendor and subcontractor invoices processes.

Collections and Accounts Receivable Support

• Contact customers concerning past due balances and collect those balances up until 90 days after invoice date.
• Assist, as appropriate, the Senior Account Manager in collections efforts after 90 days.
• Prepare accounts with outstanding balances for escalation to Controller and/or General Counsel for follow-up action.
• Prepare management reporting schedules related to collections and accounts receivable.
• Prepare draft correspondence related to collections and accounts receivable issues.
• Assist with annual financial audit preparation as needed.

Cash Handling

• Maintain petty cash account reconciliation and daily cash receipts.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent relevant experience required.
• Relevant certification (e.g., CMA or CPA) preferred but not required.
• Seven or more (7+) years of corporate accounting experience preferred.
• Prior project accounting experience within the architecture, engineering, and/or construction industry preferred.
• Experience with Prevailing Wage.
• Thorough knowledge of GAAP.
• Knowledge of Deltek Vantagepoint preferred; experience with an ERP system required.
• Must have AP full cycle exposure.
• Previous experience with mergers and acquisitions a plus.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary and eligible variable compensation (if any) commensurate with experience.
• Salary range: $65,000 - $80,000; includes a comprehensive benefits package.

Comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
• Discretionary bonuses and other performance-based incentives
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and employee discounts
• Eligibility for certain benefits may vary based on position, location, and employment status

Location

Remote role, preferably in the West Region (California/Nevada).

Physical Demands and Working Environment

• Primarily indoor professional office environment; may include bright/dim light, noise, fumes, odors, and traffic.
• Mobility around an office environment.
• Frequent and prolonged use of standard office equipment (e.g., computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, fax machines).
• Occasional lifting or carrying up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional pushing or pulling up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional reaching outward or above shoulder.

Additional Information

• This job description is intended to reflect key responsibilities and is not a comprehensive listing of all duties.
• Management may modify, add, or remove duties as necessary.
• Equal opportunity employer; committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.
• Drug and alcohol-free workplace commitment.