Project Accounting Analyst

Overview

A remote Project Accountant position is available to support financial tasks related to analysis, monitoring, and reporting for assigned consulting projects and programs. This role involves coordinating interdepartmental program plans and interfacing with vendors and customers as needed. The Project Accountant monitors and reports performance against plans to ensure contractual cost and schedule objectives are met, oversees financial accounts to ensure accurate task order charges, and escalates any budget variances. The position requires preparing financial reports and estimates provided to government clients and resolving reporting and compliance issues. This role operates under general supervision and requires judgment and initiative in problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial tasks for assigned consulting projects and programs, collaborating with team members, sales, consulting staff, management, and external parties.
• Establish and maintain revenue and billing formulas.
• Monitor contract funding and modification reconciliation.
• Review and approve some sales opportunities and new bookings.
• Conduct Estimate-At-Completion and Estimate-To-Completion reviews and variance analyses.
• Prepare ad hoc project reports and analyses.
• Prepare month-end project journal entries.
• Coordinate with Product Accounting, Contracts, and Sales support teams.
• Analyze contract customer requirements and project scope; escalate issues outside scope or guidelines.
• Prepare sales order documents and purchase orders per customer and vendor agreements.
• Reconcile project details between OpenAir, NetSuite, and Certinia.
• Maintain accurate revenue recognition on individual projects.
• Maintain budget details and cost/revenue buildup prior to opportunity/booking approval.
• Attend team and project-related meetings as required.
• Assist Accounts Payable with expense reports and vendor bills when needed.
• Assist Accounts Receivable with customer invoice generation and cleanup when needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent work experience.
• 2-4 years of experience in accounting or financial analyst roles.
• Experience with accounting/financial software such as NetSuite and Certinia.
• Intermediate proficiency in MS Excel and other data management tools.
• Knowledge of revenue recognition and accrual accounting.
• Experience with government contracting requirements is a plus.

Skills and Abilities

• Understanding of proper accounting treatment for consulting projects, including accounts receivable, general ledger, and reconciliations.
• Professional demeanor when interfacing with customers regarding collections and disputes.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to read and interpret contract documents from vendors and government agencies.
• Strong problem-solving and mathematical skills.
• High accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize work and self-manage.
• Analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Frequent application of functional discipline principles, standards, and theories.

Compensation and Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• 401(k) retirement plan with corporate matching.
• 529 college savings plan.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options.
• Legal resources.
• Paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, leave programs, and flexible time off.
• Employee referral and recognition programs.
• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education.
• Remote or hybrid work options.
• Company events including team building, annual awards, and kick-off parties.
• Health and wellness activities.
• Relaxation spaces and in-office refreshments.
• Environmentally friendly office practices.

Additional Information

This role requires compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act, including pre-employment drug testing. Marijuana, including medical marijuana, is considered a controlled substance under federal law and will be screened for.

Location

This is a remote position.