Project Accountant/Biller - Accounting

Description

• Maintain electronic filing and archiving of project specific documents, including project opening forms, contracts, proposals and budget changes.
• Effectively communicate with Project Managers regarding contract documents, change orders, other project modifications, approvals, and any additional services-related to billing.
• It is expected that the Biller/Project Accountant maintain a continuous line of communication to clear any open items.
• Communicate and coordinate with the local offices.
• Ensure that appropriate approvals are obtained in accordance with company policies.
• Review consultant invoices and coordinate with PM for approvals.
• Support and assist Project Managers.
• Review contracts for the financial related terms and conditions, ensure that they are clearly and accurately represented on the Project Opening documentation. Inform Project Managers of any discrepancies.
• Research and reconcile project related issues, identify cause of project variances and clear when possible.
• Process draft invoices and all related documents through an electronic billing system.
• Prepare final invoices for all billable projects, including all applicable backup.
• Upload final invoices to client billing portals if needed.

Requirements

• Knowledge of Deltek Vantagepoint Software or other accounting platforms, a plus
• High school diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor's degree in accounting or business preferred.
• Intermediate to advanced computer literacy, including experience in spreadsheets and accounting software.
• A thorough knowledge of standard contract terms.
• Ability to multi-task is a must.
• Strong service orientation.
• Good written and verbal communication skills and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, set priorities, and see projects through to completion.
• Ability to work well with others under deadline situations and respond to changes in priorities.
• Employ problem-solving skills and analysis, report problems to the Accounting Manager or direct supervisor as necessary.
• Prior billing experience, preferable with at least 2-3 years in an Architectural/Engineering environment.

Benefits

• Three medical plan options (2 PPOs and a HDHP)
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Dental & vision plans
• Paid Time Off (PTO) which starts accruing upon hire
• Additional Supplemental plans (Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident)
• Flexible and Dependent care spending accounts
• 401(k) with company match
• Our comprehensive benefit package includes the following:
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Alternative Work Schedules
• Company-paid group life, short and long-term disability insurance

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance