Project Accountant

Description

• Effectively communicate with Project Managers and Sector Leads, regarding contract documents, change orders and other contract modifications, approvals, and any additional services-related to billing
• Assess and pursue opportunities for maximization of client billing; communicate with the parties involved as to your observations and actions taken
• Carry out Progress Project Reports
• Prepare final invoice package containing draft and final invoices for all billable projects, including all applicable backup
• Compile information for internal and external audits, as required
• Work with the cash receipts team members to reconcile variances that occur in the application of cash
• Maintain the billing folders for all projects, with all the appropriate documents; contracts, change orders and monthly invoices, in accordance with standard processes and procedures
• Set up projects in Deltek and maintain budgets and backlogs throughout the life of the project
• Prepare special project analyses for the Sector Leads, PMs and Billing Management
• Provide the accounts payable team members with advice on client billing, relative to consultant invoicing and reimbursable expenses. It is expected that the Biller maintain a continuous line of communication to clear any open issues
• Mail final invoices, file client invoice copies and backup documents in the billing folder
• Communicate and coordinate with the local offices
• Work with accounts receivables team members regarding unpaid project billings
• Investigate project variances and submit variance reports to management
• Write off any uncollectible receivables, labour or expenses, as directed by the appropriate person
• Research any unbilled issues to optimize the billing possibilities for the billing period

Requirements

• Working knowledge of Deltek Vision software is a definite asset.
• Understands revenue recognition
• Enrolled in CPA program is an asset
• Self-motivated with independent work habits
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and computer applications
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• University degree in accounting or a related field
• Experience working in a fast-paced office and deadline oriented
• Minimum 3-5 years of Accounting (AP/AR/Billing) knowledge

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance