Project Accountant

NELSON Worldwide • ,

1d • $50,000 - $70,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Project Accountant is responsible for managing a high volume of invoicing while working in conjunction with Senior Project Accountants, Finance Leaders and Project Managers to ensure projects are set up appropriately and all invoices sent to the client are correct. This role also involves supporting contract review, managing unbilled time and expenses, submitting invoices, verifying subcontractor and vendor invoices, managing accounts receivable and cash receipts, assisting Project Managers with AR tracking and collection efforts, training Project Managers and other Project Accountants in billing processes, supporting the onboarding of Project Managers, managing the Missing Rates tool, assisting with Project Review Meetings, supporting the Finance Leader, serving as a point of escalation for billing and project challenges, performing project forecasting, preparing ad hoc reports, and maintaining accounting files and records.

Requirements

• Excellent knowledge and ability to use analytical and problem-solving techniques to maximize profitability and achieve positive results.
• Strong critical thinking, problem solving, analysis and spreadsheet capabilities are essential components.
• Proven ability to manage teams, complete tasks and produce deliverables efficiently.
• Must have strong independent thinking and decision-making skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally, graphically and in writing.
• Knowledge and ability to use Deltek Vantagepoint, NELSON Business Insights reporting (Tableau), MS Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and facilitating virtual meetings.
• Excellent presentation and facilitation skills.
• Ability to multi-task, organize and prioritize tasks as needed to complete within the identified time frame.
• Proficiency in contract administration, additional services management & collections resolution as it relates to our consulting partners.
• High school diploma required
• Minimum of two years’ experience in a high volume billing department, or equivalent combination of education and experience

Nice To Haves

• Bachelors’ degree is preferred

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate project setup in Deltek Vantagepoint
• Support contract review to ensure project setup and invoicing conform to contract terms
• Issue a high volume and high complexity of invoices while working in conjunction with Project Managers to ensure all invoices sent to the client are correct and appropriate
• Proactively manage unbilled time and expenses to ensure all aging balances are addressed by the Project Manager
• Submit all invoices to the clients
• Verify subcontractor and vendor invoices to ensure adherence to contract terms.
• Manage collection of accounts receivable and reconciliation of cash receipts
• Assist Project Managers with accounts receivable tracking and collection efforts
• Train Project Managers in billing processes and procedures
• Mentor & train Project Accountants
• Support onboarding of Project Managers
• Management of Missing Rates tool
• Assist with Project Review Meetings as needed
• Support Finance Leader as needed
• Point of escalation for billing & project challenges and inquiries
• Project forecasting
• Prepare ad hoc reports and provide detailed and timely financial information to leadership as needed
• Maintain accounting files and records

Benefits

• 401(K) plan with company match
• Full health benefits including medical, dental, and vision
• Wellness program with rewards for healthy activities
• Pet Insurance
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• Paid parental leave
• Flexible working schedules and work from home options based on client’s needs
• Professional Development including discretionary support and reimbursement for registrations, certifications, and membership to a professional organization

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED