Project Accountant

Sullivan Environmental Services Inc•New York, NY

About The Position

We are seeking a Project Accountant to work directly with the project teams to oversee the financial functions necessary for profitable completion of the assigned project(s). The Project Accountant has responsibility for AP, AR, and project compliances. The ideal candidate is detail oriented, an effective communicator and able to work in a fast-paced environment. The Project Accountant position will report directly to the SLS Northeast Controller, or their designee.

Requirements

Minimum 4 years of experience in operational accounting, preferred
Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred
General understanding of cost accounting
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Effective time management and organizational skills
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office and Excel
Experience with CMiC and Textura strongly preferred

Nice To Haves

Experience with CMiC and Textura strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Helps to ensure timeliness and accuracy of the project reports
Assist in Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable functions
Review and audit vendor invoices for accuracy and required backup per contract
Properly review, analyze, and set up billing rates and terms per contracts
Assists in preparing client invoices
Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal government requirements
Follow system controls to ensure data integrity
Review projects financial data monthly to ensure completeness of the data
Assists in gathering data for reporting during the month-end close process
Assists in ERP conversion/implementation testing and participation in training sessions
Support management in completing special projects, ad-hoc reporting and analysis requests, and other tasks as assigned
Other duties as assigned