Project Accountant

Role Description

The Project Accountant will have the opportunity to work with and collaborate with professional and operations staff. This position will work as part of the Accounting Team and interact closely with the project management, field and design staff to perform standard accounting activities over the lifecycle of the project.

The Project Accountant will receive general instructions on routine work, detailed instructions on new projects or assignments. May work independently, consistently exercising discretion and independent judgment on individual work, or may work under immediate supervision. May serve as lead on routine projects of limited scope.

The Project Accountant will communicate and operate in line with organizational goals and values, as well as departmental objectives.

Qualifications

• A full understanding of project accounting, billing projections and contract administration
• Skilled using M365 products (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams) and Smartsheet
• Project Accounting Experience including analyzing budget vs actual on a project by project basis
• Ability to manage complex billing schedules, invoicing, experience with AIA G702/G703
• Ability to work successfully in a remote environment through effective communication and organizational skills, self-motivation, proactiveness and resourcefulness in a distraction free workspace
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing technical and non-technical information
• Ability to identify problems, evaluate alternatives and implement effective solutions
• Ability to accurately prepare, update and maintain records, files and reports
• Ability to work successfully as a member of a team and independently with moderate supervision
• Ability to work under pressure and meet close deadlines
• Organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously

Requirements

• Associate degree in accounting
• Minimum of four years of experience in business administration
• An administrative/support role directly for executives and/or project managers
• ERP/billing software experience (Vantagepoint a plus)
• Business analysis experience (Power BI a plus)
• Remote Online Notary credential preferred

Benefits

• Choice of comprehensive medical plans (including two PPO-style plans and a HDHP w/ HSA option)
• Dental and vision plans
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits extended to spouse/domestic partner and dependent children up to age 26
• 401k with company match and self-directed brokerage account option
• PTO including additional paid time off during the last week of the year
• Company paid life insurance coverage for employees and their eligible dependents
• Short and long-term disability, AD&D coverage
• Professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement and professional licensing assistance
• Paid parental leave after one year of employment