Consor is seeking an organized Project Accountant to join our finance team. This person will maintain project management within the finance system and coordinate with Project Managers regarding all financial aspects of assigned projects (setup, budgeting, billing, collections, etc.). You will be the primary support for assigned managers or regions on accounting functions as needed.
Responsibilities
Provide services to support Project Managers in opening, maintaining and closing projects with the finance system consistent with contract terms
Perform accuracy checks on fee proposals and compile audit packages for project negotiations
Input and monitor project budgets and contract specific billing terms
Enter any budget changes and variance adjustments as needed for additional work orders or funding on contracts
Provide transaction, ad-hoc support
Monitor WIP for aging issues
Process monthly project billing
Process sub consultant invoices for all projects
Communicate with Project Managers regarding contracts, change orders, and other contract modifications pertinent to project billing
Prepare invoice packages with billing support for all projects for approval
Deliver final invoices to clients via either mail, email, or electronic invoicing systems
Research and resolve billing issues, including unbilled balances
Monitor aged AR client balances and pursue collections when needed
Coordinate with Accounts Payable staff to ensure inclusion of billable AP vouchers/reimbursable expenses in billing periods
Fulfill compliance obligations with various government agencies by reporting contract commitments and subconsultant payments, etc.
Resolve any cash receipts application issues related to AR balances and process credit memos, as needed
Generate and distribute accounts receivable reports
Recommend and implement agreed upon improvements to the billing process.
Adhere to standard accounting operating procedures developed by the company
Track and follow up on all outstanding tasks in relation to assignments
Other accounting operations duties as needed
Qualifications
Adapt quickly to a fast paced environment
Associates or bachelor’s degree preferred; or equivalent experience
1-5 years of AR billing experience preferred; project billing experience in engineering industry preferred
Experience using Deltek Vision is a plus
Possession of strong organizational skills
High level of dependability
Skilled in effective and concise communication, fostering positive connections with others.
Proficiency in Excel with the ability to create formula driven spreadsheets.
Ability to work independently on assigned tasks as well as to accept direction on given assignments.
Pass pre-employment substance abuse screening, background screening including previous employment, education, criminal history, and driving record verification