Project Accountant

Job Responsibilities

• Set up projects in the accounting system, ensuring correct accounting and tax considerations as well as all required approvals are on file.
• Review and maintain contract documents, change orders, and client approvals to understand the scope of work and billing terms.
• Accurately account for and recognize revenue, work-in-process and gross profit for assigned projects.
• Maintain regular communication with project management regarding billing, cost tracking and profitability.
• Aid project management with financial duties, including reviewing work orders against job scope, contract terms and budget.
• Create job-related purchase orders and manage open commitments.
• Complete month-end closing tasks, such as job cost accruals, revenue recognition calculations and work-in-process adjustments.
• Create or review all project-related billings to customers timely and in accordance with contracts, including management of applicable client portals and submitting supporting documentation.
• Assist in accounts receivable and past due collections efforts.
• Create and submit regulatory reports and filings related to projects.
• Compile information for internal and external auditors, as required.

Qualifications

• At least 2 to 5 years of construction accounting or other relevant experience required.
• Knowledge of contract accounting and revenue recognition principles in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles in the U.S.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Strong communication (both written and verbal) skills and analytical skills and the ability to interact effectively with all levels of clients, employees and management.
• Strong computer skills, particularly with MS Excel and construction accounting software.
• Display strong time management, organizational, and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to understand and analyze components of jobs costs, profit and loss.
• Ability to serve as an outside representative of the Company.
• Ability to work occasional overtime.
• Ability to travel up to 10% of time.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related discipline or equivalent work experience.

What We Offer:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company paid Life, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance, Health Advocate, and Wellness Programs
• Generous 401(k) Plan with 4% match
• Company paid Financial Advice Program
• Paid Vacation based on years of service
• Generous PTO plan

Moran Environmental Recovery is an Equal Opportunity Employer