Project Accountant I

Job Description

Job Description

Description

The Project Accountant I will be responsible for routine accounting tasks pertaining to their assigned project. Tasks include collecting, computing, classifying, recording, and verifying material billing data used for customer billing and maintaining project-related records. The Project Accountant I will assist the Project Accountant II’s with their day-to-day deliverables. This person must be detailed oriented, have the ability to use sound judgement in making decisions, and have a basic understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. (GAAP) This position will require traveling to different job sites 

• Assist the Project Accountant II with maintaining project related records  
• Report the transfer of expenses into and out of project-related accounts to the Project Accountant II 
• Review labor hours for work related to a project and communicate discrepancies to management  
• Review account totals related to project assets and expenses  
• Assist with the assessment of project variances  
• Monitor cash flow practices by auditing and sending reports promptly  
• Assess project profitability and report findings to management  
• Report to management on opportunities for additional billings or cost savings 
• Create project related billings to customers 
• Assist with project close outs  
• Respond to customer inquiries  
• Travel as needed 

• At least 1 year of relative accounting experience  
• Excellent communication skills 
• Some knowledge of Microsoft Excel 
• High School diploma required, Associate degree preferred  
• Basic understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. (GAAP) 
• Must be detail oriented 
• Can use sound judgement in making decisions 
• Ability to remain focus when working on day-to-day activities