Project Accounting Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Project Accounting Manager

As a result of our phenomenal growth, MSS Solutions, LLC has an opening for a Project Accounting Manager . If you are an experienced professional who is looking to grow your career and contribute fresh and innovative ideas to serve our customers, this is an opportunity you should explore!

A career at MSS is not just a job it's collaborating with the business's best talent. It's having a part in building a better future. It's making a difference in people's lives.

The success of MSS is a direct reflection of our team's dedication, passion, and hard work. Since 1996, MSS has taken pride in retaining some of the best talents in the industry by promoting a culture of respect, collaboration, and empowerment.

Role and Responsibilities

The job duties and responsibilities of this position will include, but are not limited to, the following :

• Manage a team of project accountants across multiple MSS offices.
• Collaborate with the Project Accounting and Accounts Receivable teams, through regular meetings, to implement processes that will provide consistency in billing practices across all MSS divisions and locations.
• Ensure project accounting teams’ adherence to processes related to collection of project related billings and identify / implement process improvements as needed.
• Collaborate with the Project Accounting and Accounts Payable teams, through regular meetings, to implement processes that will provide accuracy and consistency in subcontractor related processes.
• Oversee the preparation, accuracy, and timely submittal of project billing documents and AIA payment applications by Project Accounting team members.
• Oversee management of customer billing portal access.
• Assist in customer account reconciliations as needed.
• Assist with job set up in ERP system and understand financial impact.
• Assist with processing change orders in ERP system and understand financial impact.
• Monitor job status and performance of large, multi-division, MSS projects.
• Monitor the Job Cost email inbox to ensure email requests are being addressed in a timely manner.
• Assist, as needed, in the preparation of Sales Tax Affidavits and the maintenance of Sales Tax documents related to exemption status.
• Assist, as needed, in the preparation of Lien Waivers, and ensure lower tier lien waivers provided by our subs are submitted with our billings to customers in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with Project Coordinators and Project Managers.
• Maintain understanding of the financial impacts from projects per region.
• Assist with project accounts payables and receivables, including communicating with subcontractors, vendors, and customers regarding invoices and billing errors.
• Participate in monthly job status review meetings with Project Managers and Operations team.
• Review and validate revenue recognition for construction activities.
• Periodic visits to regional offices, which may or may not require overnight travel.
• Assist Controller with annual external financial audit including initial audit preparation and responding to auditor requests.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather necessary information and resolve any outstanding items.
• Provide guidance and support to the Project Accounting team, promoting professional growth and development.
• Conduct performance reviews, provide feedback, and mentor team members to foster their professional growth and development.
• Participate in the hiring process by conducting interviews, assessing candidates' qualifications, and making recommendations for team additions.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Company from time to time.

Qualifications and Requirements

Benefit Highlights

At MSS, we value our employees by providing a supportive culture with competitive compensation and a benefits package that continues to evolve based on our business's growth and our employees' needs. Currently, our benefits include :

Additional Notes

MSS Employees, please visit the MSS Career Center or contact HR to apply.