Project Accountant

Project AccountantYou will join one of our 45 offices in the US, be part of a committed team of over 1500 professionals, and work in teams and directly with our clients doing work that is shaping the world around us. You will be welcomed into a rapidly growing business and team and empowered to make an impact. You will be valued, cared for, and challenged on your path to becoming a world-class professional and surrounded by leaders who are committed to creating an environment that enables you to realize your own success and fulfillment.When you join Design Group as a Project Accountant, you are joining a team that will challenge you and position you for growth. In this role, you will work with a team of industry experts to help the world's leading companies solve their most difficult problems. You will partner with seasoned leaders, technical specialists, and subject matter experts to deliver the highest quality solutions to our clients with consistency and accuracy.You'll work individually and in teams to support capital projects and implement solutions for our clients. Together, you will help our clients make critical changes to improve their performance and realize their most important goals.Serve as the financial gatekeeper for project revenues, costs, and margins that flow through to the business' audited financial statementsProvide project finance support, oversight, and analysis to local offices and the regionEnsure appropriate project set-up in compliance with finance department guidelines and GAAPReview and analyze project forecasts and ensure that revenues and margins are accurately forecasted based on finance department guidelines and GAAP; enter the finalized forecast into the EMS software systemReview and approve monthly project revenue/cost recognition following GAAPReview and analyze project forecast variances, and present analyses to managementPrepare, review, and issue client invoices; work with clients, project teams, and the A/R department to ensure timely collection on invoicesAnalyze project risks and identify opportunities for profitability; make recommendations to the project accounting manager on the appropriate amount of risk or reserve to apply to the projectIssue purchase orders and verify their financial terms and conditionsTrack project labor and expenses; advise the project team on any budget variations and make appropriate recommendationsTrack and audit travel and expense expenditures to ensure compliance with company policiesEnsure compliance with client agreements, billing policies, and internal financial policies; address any adverse findingsCommunicate with the project teams and accounting manager regarding all significant client/project financial matters; participate in monthly project review meetings with the regional accounting managerProvide support to financial department leadership during month-end close and in the tracking and analysis of business trends, KPIs, and other financial indicatorsProvide financial support for new and active proposals; update the proposal software systemSupport training of new project accountants and project managers; ensure training complies with established financial processes and policiesWork to improve financial processes and communication across the firmParticipate in the annual external auditMake an impact day-to-day with your skills and expertise, strengthening that relationship with our clients and teamRelevant financial or accounting experience (preferred), advanced Excel skills, a working knowledge of equipment and service procurement (preferred), an understanding of financial practices, principles, processes, and systems (preferably in a corporate environment), solid interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills, the ability to meet monthly closing and project deadlines, a bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or business administration.Our culture and commitment to our people is what sets us apart. We foster an environment of mutual respect, integrity, and unconditional interest in the individual and collective success of our professionals. Our model and entrepreneurial mindset offer a rewarding, challenging, and highly flexible path. As a Project Accountant, you will build a meaningful and fulfilling career with the support of professional development resources and mentorships including our First Year Experience program, Individual Development Plans, and Career Path resources and tools. You will be surrounded by exceptional talent who will support your development as both a world-class professional and a highly effective leader.The approximate pay range for this position is $69,000-$80,000. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as geographic location of the position.