Project Accountant II

Cotton•Katy, TX

119d

About The Position

The Project Accountant II performs accounting tasks for an assigned project, including collecting, computing, classifying, recording, and verifying material billing data for customer billing and maintaining project-related records. The role involves moderately complex day-to-day accounting duties, sound judgment in decision-making and issue resolution, and an advanced understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). The position may include mentoring and coaching Project Accountant I staff. Flexibility is required because travel to different job sites may be necessary.

Requirements

At least 3 years of relevant accounting experience.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
Ability to analyze information, develop ad hoc spreadsheet reports, and verify information.
Strong communication skills.
Advanced understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent from an accredited college or university, or at least 4 additional years of relevant accounting experience in place of a degree.
Detail-oriented, able to use sound judgment in making decisions, a team player, adaptable, and self-motivated.

Nice To Haves

Strong communication skills are desired because the role may involve mentoring and coaching Project Accountant I staff.

Responsibilities

Assimilate data from multiple sources to account for resources used on a job.
Review documentation from personnel, clients, purchase orders, cost reports, and third-party auditors.
Maintain complete and accurate job and customer files.
Identify and reconcile invoices and records and resolve discrepancies.
Communicate with project personnel and auditors; resolve audit issues and determine appropriate corrective actions using sound judgment and discretion.
Analyze trends and recommend process improvements.
Collect and enter data according to GAAP.
Produce specialized reports according to customer needs.
Review labor hours submitted by field personnel for project tasks and identify and address inconsistencies.
Examine project expenditures to ensure accurate billing and cost estimates.
Investigate project variances.
Compile project information and perform data collection and entry.
Maintain cash flow consistency.
Report opportunities for additional billings or cost savings to management.
Create and submit government reports to the appropriate agencies.
Travel as needed.