Project Accountant - Remote, US

Overview

The organization is seeking a Project Accountant to join the team remotely, preferably within the Eastern Time Zone.

This role oversees and reports on project cost accounting in a timely and accurate manner.

Responsibilities

Leadership and Direction

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

Project Cost Accounting and Operational Support

• 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 accounts payable and payroll.
• Review and analyze key performance metrics to support operations management and identify continuous improvement opportunities.

Core Accounting and Project Support

• 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.
• Use job billing experience to coordinate with other project billers and project managers in the region to ensure accuracy of project setups and adherence to procedures.
• Update and maintain client budgets, consultant budgets, scope, pricing, change orders, and provide evaluation and reporting.
• Use general business management skills in reviewing both project and business operating performance.
• Perform project set-up for new projects.
• Manage the monthly invoicing process for projects.
• Review vendor and subcontractor invoice processes.
• 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 pertaining to collections and accounts receivable issues.
• Assist with annual financial audit preparation as needed.
• 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.
• 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: $64,000 - $80,000
• 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; preferably within the Eastern Time Zone.

Physical Demands and Working Environment

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

Equal Opportunity

The organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and respected. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Disclaimer

This job description is intended to reflect key requirements and is not a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary at any time with or without notice.