Project Accountant

Career Team•El Paso, TX

11d•Hybrid

About The Position

Career Team is looking to hire a Project Accountant who is responsible for all financial activities within the project. The primary responsibilities for this role focus on invoicing, analyzing, and reporting project financial status. The ideal candidate must be able to interact with co-workers and customers at all levels and thrive in a fast-paced environment while remaining flexible, proactive, resourceful, and efficient. The Project Accountant must maintain a high level of accuracy and confidentiality. Work is performed under the supervision of the Project Director.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or higher in accounting, business, finance, or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience with 5+ years of accounting experience (preferred)
Demonstrated knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), the ability to reconcile balance sheets and profit/loss reports, and the ability to implement financial management policies and procedures
Experience with budgeting and forecasting across multiple funding streams and communicating the contract's financial position
Advanced computer skills in MS Excel and accounting software, with QuickBooks, Adaptive, Workday, and Expensify experience a plus
Ability to work in a dynamic team environment with excellent teamwork, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to work across all levels of management and staff
Detail-oriented with strong organizational, analytical, research, and problem-solving skills
Ability to meet accounting month-end deadlines, be proactive, and work independently and in a virtual team environment
Must possess integrity and be able to maintain confidentiality

Nice To Haves

Master's or MBA degree
Bilingual or multilingual
Training in Trauma Informed Care, evidence-based practice, and/or whole family services

Responsibilities

Ensure that procedures and policies are in place to facilitate effective and efficient financial reporting and ensure compliance with Federal, local, State, and corporate policies
Direct fiscal operations relating to financial planning, funds management, accounting, and reporting
Prepare and maintain project budgets, forecasts, and working capital requirements
Work closely with senior company leadership, the Project Director, staff, and the Workforce Board to provide financial insight and reporting on the performance of assigned projects
Ensure that the project fulfills all financial obligations in a timely and economic manner in accordance with established policies, budgets, and funding guidelines
Coordinate accounting activities for assigned projects, including establishment and monitoring of procedures and policies by contract
Process employee expenses, participant expenses, vendor invoices, and program payroll analytics
Prepare monthly project advance requests, invoices, and supporting documentation, and work with Workforce Boards on any inquiries to ensure timely payment
Perform month-end closing activities, including Balance Sheet reconciliations
Perform financial reporting, including budgets, forecasts, and associated comparisons
Support annual audit deliverables and manage periodic program audit requests
Approach each day and task with a “ZAG” mindset
Other duties and projects as needed