Project Accountant

Job Description Waggoner Engineering, Inc. is seeking a Project Accountant to join our team. Department: Corporate/Administrative. Location: Jackson, MS. This role supports our continued growth and offers the opportunity to work on meaningful projects alongside a collaborative, experienced team. The Project Accountant provides support to the Company’s Project Managers in managing the financials associated with project assignments from our clients. This includes recognition of project costs (labor and expenses), assistance in project billing and compilation of backup, forecasting of effort, and budgeting for multiple projects. In most cases, the Project Manager sends external bills from subcontractors and vendors to the Project Accountant for review, approval, processing, and maintenance of records regarding costs and project-related expenses. The Project Accountant investigates billing issues and overages, forecasts future costs, and supports the Company’s ability to complete projects within budget. Key Responsibilities Communicate with PM’s regarding contract documents, change orders and other contract modifications, approvals, and any additional services related to billing. Prepare and present accurate monthly construction Job Cost Analysis reports. Participate in monthly and quarterly project review meetings. Prepare final invoice package containing draft and final invoices for all billable projects. Send final invoices and waivers to the customer and follow up on client approval and payment. Assess and pursue opportunities for maximization of client billing. Collaborate with Project Manager to maximize monthly billing amounts. Maintain the billing folders for all projects, ensuring all required documents are included (pay applications, waivers, certified payroll reports, vendor invoices, etc.). Set up new projects, transfer employee billable hours and/or expenses, and close jobs including review and investigation of open commitments. Prepare billings with all related supporting documentation. Recommend and implement agreed process improvements to the billing cycle. Competencies Financial Management Project Management Concepts Advanced Planning and Thinking Team Performance and Tactful Application of Mutual Accountability Business Acumen Ethical Conduct Technical Capacity Performance Management Intermediate Excel proficiency Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or a related field, or equivalent work experience. Three to five or more years of experience managing an accounting function in a medium- or large-size company. Experience with Deltek Vantage Point (Preferred). Benefits WEI Incentive Program Healthy Workplace Program Employee Referral Bonus Competitive Health Benefits Career Development and Training Flexible/Hybrid Schedule Community Service Opportunities Equal Opportunity Employer Waggoner Engineering, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. #J-18808-Ljbffr