Project Accountant

DLR Group•Cleveland, OH

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

DLR Group is an integrated design firm seeking a Project Accountant to provide guidance and support related to finance and accounting. This role combines traditional accounting functions with business management acumen, utilizing analytics and lessons learned to ensure future financial success. As a key member of the financial services team, the Project Accountant will support daily operations and provide proactive strategies for project teams. The ideal candidate is a collaborative thought leader with a strategic mindset and an interest in employee ownership, contributing to the firm's profitable growth.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, or related field
5+ years of relevant project accounting experience (AEC industry preferred)
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
Proficiency with Deltek Vantagepoint is preferred

Responsibilities

Analyze trends in project financial performance and support Project Leadership in their profitability efforts.
Monitor and manage Project Accounting resources across sector(s) and region(s) to ensure adequate staffing.
Review and approve employee timesheets.
Review Unposted Labor reports and request transfer of time.
Meet with project leadership during monthly draft invoice review period and update format and percentage complete.
Review and submit 6-month revenue projections with Project Leadership.
Review reimbursable and direct expenses billed to projects.
Assist with maintaining project budget and analyzing project costs vs. project revenue and billings.
Inactivate projects as per project close out guidelines.
Participate in monthly Financial Operations Discussions.
Set up new projects, maintain updated project information, and review and link contracts to projects in Deltek Vantagepoint.
Coordinate Client Certificates of Insurance for projects.
Review accounts receivables aging reporting with project leadership for all invoices over 60 days.
Document collection attempts and assign responsibilities for contacting the client on a monthly basis.
Research payment discrepancies and stay informed of accounts receivables issues.
Review consultant invoices for project leader approval and enter in Deltek Vantagepoint with appropriate GL code.
Review subconsultant contracts and complete fee allocation in Deltek Vantagepoint.
Provide consultants and Project Leadership with timely updates regarding consultant payment status and other consultant fee inquiries.
Monitor and file Consultant Certificates of Insurance for projects on a weekly basis.