Senior Project Accountant

Senior Project AccountantIf you would like to work with a great group of professionals who are accurate, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and enjoy using your analytic and organizational skills, then we have a role for you! InfraSource seeks a Senior Project Accountant to join the team at our company headquarters in Sumner, WA.The Senior Project Accountant recognizes revenue and reviews complex invoices and billings in accordance with accounting principles and contract terms. They are an experienced member of our project accounting team, performing high level analysis and budget oversight. This role reviews project budgets before job set-up, monitors estimated-cost-to-complete (ETC) for risk and overruns, performs job-level margin and variance analysis, and serves as a go-to resource for the rest of the project accounting and project management teams. If the following interests you, we encourage you to apply!The hourly pay rate for this role is $38.00-$43.00/hour based on experience.Responsibilities:Analyze proposed project budgets prior to job set-up and advise on the appropriate accounting structure and methodsMonitor estimated-cost-to-complete (ETC) on active projects to identify budget overruns and potential margin risk, and initiate and follow through on resulting action itemsPerform job-level margin and variance analysis, partnering with Project Managers to explain and resolve discrepanciesCollaborate with Project Managers on complex accounting scenarios, including job set-up methodology and non-standard billing situationsServe as a resource for cost report questions and coding issues, providing guidance to Project Managers and other project accounting staffRecognize revenue and issue a wide range of invoices/billings, from standard to complex, in accordance with GAAP revenue recognition standards and contract termsEnsure reconciliations and supporting schedules for assigned projects are completed timely and in accordance with customer and internal requirementsAnalyze and present weekly/monthly/quarterly/annual financial results to management and support operations in making informed decisionsLead special projects such as process improvements, reporting enhancements, mass data optimization, and SOP creationTrain and mentor Project Accountants and Project Billing Specialists, and lead internal training sessions for the Project Management and Operations teams on relevant Project Accounting processesAssist with forecasting and related management reportingEvaluate accounting and internal control processes and ensure control requirements are metRetrieve and organize supporting documentation for internal and external auditsCreate journal entries with appropriate supporting documentationProactively pursue relevant learning opportunities offered internallyOther tasks as assignedMinimum Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field; or the equivalent combination of educationMinimum of 5 years related project/revenue accounting experience.Strong working knowledge of U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, including revenue recognitionAdvanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel.Demonstrated experience within an integrated accounting/ERP system, including project or job costingExperience training or mentoring team membersAbility to manage multiple projects and competing deadlines with minimal oversightPreferred Qualifications:Experience using JD Edwards.Experience in a utility, contract utility, or construction company.Prior experience in a lead or senior project accounting roleBenefits:401(k)401(k) matchingDental insuranceFlexible spending accountHealth insuranceLife insurancePaid time offVision insuranceCompensation Range:The anticipated compensation for this position is USD $38.00/Hr. - USD $43.00/Hr. depending on experience and qualifications.Equal Opportunity Employer:All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company's Human Resources department.