Project Accountant

Role Description

The Project Accountant is an integral part of the Finance/Accounting team that also serves as a liaison with the Project Services team. This position is responsible for invoicing, project setup, assisting with ASC 606 revenue recognition, and various other financial/accounting tasks as they relate to NEI’s portfolio of projects. This position also works closely with the Project Management team on various tasks to support project operations. Strong organizational skills are required to plan, prioritize, and organize a diversified workload. A successful candidate possesses structure, attention to detail, and a positive, team-oriented attitude and the ability to adapt to change in a fast-paced environment.

Essential Responsibilities

• Execute all aspects of the invoicing process for assigned portfolio of projects/project managers.
• Collaborate with project managers and clients to ensure all parties are synchronized on the invoicing process/requirements for each client account.
• Complete lien waivers, payment applications, SOV’s, etc. to facilitate client payments.
• Follow-up with clients on past due balances and resolve client invoice inquiries.
• Setup and/or review setup of new projects in ERP system; ensure project setup aligns with contract details.
• Maintain data integrity in ERP system as it relates to projects, especially revenue methods/recognition, project structure, and cost tracking.
• Assist with annual audit inquiries relating to projects and ensure proper documentation is maintained throughout the year in support of the annual audit.
• Understand implications of various project financial inputs on ASC 606 revenue recognition and advise project managers accordingly.
• Review timesheets/payroll to verify that hours are charged to correct projects.
• Assist the Project Accounting Manager with ad hoc projects as needed.
• A notary is not required at start, will be required to be obtained upon starting.

Skills & Knowledge

• Exceptional interpersonal communication and relationship-building skills; ability to interact successfully at all levels of the organization; demonstrates high emotional intelligence.
• Professional, articulate, and able to exercise good independent judgement and discretion.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative, successfully handle, delegate, and prioritize multiple competing tasks and effectively manage deadlines.
• Highly organized, motivated self-starter.
• Proven record of delivering a high standard of quality work with exceptional attention to detail.
• Flexible and able to adapt to a fast-paced environment with a quickly growing team.
• Actively engages and participates in meetings, maintains strict confidentiality.
• Provides a high level of customer service to internal and external clients.
• Mantains high ethical and professional standards.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as Project Accountant in the architecture, engineering, or construction industry.
• Experience with ASC 606 Revenue Recognition is highly preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems.
• Proficiency in Deltek Vantagepoint is highly preferential, proficiency/experience with other Deltek software products is highly advantageous.
• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel, Outlook, and Word with a positive attitude towards new technology.
• College degree preferred in accounting, finance, and related fields.
• Must be able to legally work in the United States.
• Must have a positive, “can do” attitude.

Working Conditions

• Work Environment: Work is performed in an office setting and some field work may be required.
• Travel: Minimal, less than 5%.
• Physical Activities: Must be able to lift 25lbs.

Benefits

• 100% Employer paid team member premiums for Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability.
• Voluntary Life Insurance.
• 401(k) with employer matching; 100% immediate vesting.
• Annual & discretionary bonus programs.
• Paid time off.
• Employer paid licensure (FE/PE), certifications, seminars, & conferences.
• Paid parental leave.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Eight (8) paid holidays including a floating holiday to use at your discretion.
• Annual Team Building.
• Hybrid work environment with remote flexibility.
• Career development, training, and coaching opportunities.
• Pet insurance.