Project Accountant II

The Project Accountant II will be responsible for various accounting tasks pertaining to their assigned project. Tasks include collecting, computing, classifying, recording, and verifying material billing data used for customer billing and maintaining project-related records. The Project Accountant II must have the ability to perform moderately complex day-to-day accounting duties, use sound judgement to make decisions, resolve issues, and have an advanced understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. (GAAP) Because this role may require occasional mentoring and coaching of the Project Accountant I, strong communication skills are desired. Flexibility is a must as this position will require traveling to different job sites.  Key Responsibilities Assimilates data from multiple sources to account for resources used on job.  Reviews documentation from other personnel, clients, purchase orders, cost reports, and third-party auditors.  Maintains files on jobs/customers ensuring completeness and accuracy. Identifies and reconciles invoices and records, resolves discrepancies.  Communicates with project personnel and auditors. Resolves audit issues, exercises good judgement and discretion when determining corrective course of action.  Analyzes trends and recommends process improvement.  Data collection & entry according to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles  Produces specialized reporting according to customer needs.  Review labor hours submitted by field personnel pertaining to project tasks, identifying and addressing any inconsistencies   Conduct thorough examinations of all project expenditures to ensure precise billing and cost estimates  investigates project variances   Compile project information   perform data collection and data entry   Maintain cash flow consistency   Report to management on opportunities for additional billings or cost savings  Create and submit government reports to proper agencies  Travel as needed  Skills, Knowledge and Expertise A minimum of 3 years of relative accounting experience   Proficiency in Microsoft excel   Ability to analyze information, develop ad hoc spreadsheet reports and verify information.  Strong communication skills   Advanced understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. (GAAP)  Education  Bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent from an accredited college or university, or in place of a degree, 4+ additional years of relative accounting experience  Personal Traits and Attributes  Must be detail oriented  Can use sound judgement in making decisions  A team player  Adaptable   Self-motivated