Accountant Project
ENFRA · Baton Rouge, LA · 1 mo ago
FinanceFull-time
Overview
The Project Accountant is responsible for overseeing accounting for projects, including maintenance of the general ledger and the month-end close process. They work closely with the Program Management team in areas including budget and forecast preparation, project financial analysis, and development of internal control policies and procedures.
Responsibilities
- Performs daily and monthly accounting processes including journal entries, account reconciliations and general ledger transactions.
- Prepares monthly client invoicing in coordination with the Program Management team.
- Enters subcontractor accounts payable invoices and manage needed cash disbursements.
- Aids in the preparation and analysis of financial information in accordance with GAAP.
- Prepares routine financial reports and ad-hoc reports for operational review and decision making.
- Provides analysis and recommendations to senior leadership by analyzing project financial performance, analyzing budget variances, and ensuring compliance.
- Aids with submission of information and necessary communication with internal and external auditors and responds appropriately to auditor comments and recommendations.
Qualifications
- Required:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
- 3+ years of accounting experience.
- Intermediate level skills in Adobe, Excel and other MS Office tools.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Detail-oriented and willing to tackle various ongoing projects in a fast-paced environment.
- Versed in the industry and the Company's competitors.
- Ability to multitask and perform duties outside of the scope of work when necessary.
- PREFERRED:
- Experience with mid-large size engineering/construction organization.
- CPA license.
- Strong technical accounting knowledge and understanding of US GAAP.
- Ability to work well under pressure and within short deadlines.
- High-level analytic skills.
Travel Requirements
0-5% of time will be spent traveling to job site(s)/office location.
Physical/Work Environment Requirements
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Climbing stairs.
- Remaining in a stationary position, often kneeling, standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
- Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
- Quiet environment.
- Light work that includes adjusting and/or moving objects up to 20 pounds.