Senior Project Accountant

Resource Innovations • Chicago, IL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Resource Innovations is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Project Accountant with a strong background in Project Accounting to join our growing and dynamic team. As a Senior Project Accountant, you will support billing, Profit and Loss Statement review, apply revenue standard ASC 606 to projects and assist with project set up within the Oracle system. Resource Innovations (RI) is a women-led energy transformation firm focused on impact. Building on our expertise in energy efficiency, we're constantly expanding our portfolio of clean energy solutions to guide utilities through increasingly complex, connected challenges. Load flexibility. Electrification. Carbon reduction. With every step, we're leading the charge to power change.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field
• At least 5 years of progressive experience in accounting, preferably in an engineering consulting, technology, retail or related firms
• Understanding of ASC 606
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office systems, including Excel and Word
• Keen attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Exceptional time management skills, with the ability to multi-task
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong critical thinking skills
• Team player who can identify and initiate process improvements
• Interest in sustainability and passionate about making a meaningful impact on the environment
• Ability to travel to Chicago, IL up to 1-2 times a year, as needed

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated experience in a team leadership role strongly preferred
• Oracle experience is a plus
• Inventory/Software Accounting experience is a plus

Responsibilities

• Products, Software and services revenue recognition, in compliance with ASC 606
• Review contract terms and set up project codes, revenue methods, billing formulas in Oracle accounting system
• Prepare detailed financial reports, including cost analysis, variance analysis, and profitability assessments
• Preparing and reviewing invoices
• Client management, including communication with project managers and clients as need
• Prepare and post journal entries related to project costs, revenues, and adjustments.
• Show initiative, identifying opportunities for improvement and implementing required changes
• Assist with external audits, providing documentation and explanations as needed
• Handle more complex projects and assist other project accountants
• Assist Revenue Manager with ad hoc reporting
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• three weeks of paid vacation annually
• paid holidays
• a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• medical, dental and vision coverage
• parental leave
• an employee assistance program
• commuter benefits
• additional supplemental offerings

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior