Project Accountant

Company Description

About SOCOTEC :

SOCOTEC is a provider of niche consulting services within the architecture, engineering and construction industries focusing on high-performance buildings and specialty structures.

Through an integrated, holistic approach, our professionals provide solutions for building envelope, energy efficiency, sustainability, code advisory and construction advisory projects.

SOCOTEC’s combination of expertise, experience and methods are increasingly recognized as best-in-class fueling significant growth.

Job Description

This position is fully responsible for the project set up and billing process, including responding to client / internal management inquiries and verifying employees’ chargeable time;

ensuring receivables are collected timely.

• Set up new projects within established timelines
• Enter approved budget and billing terms, as presented in contract proposal documents
• Maintain billing folders for all projects, including all source documents, expenses, consultant invoices, and monthly invoices
• Prepare invoice package containing for billable projects, including all applicable backup; ensure completeness of materials sent to the client
• Effectively communicate with Project Managers (PM) Principals-in-Charge (PIC) regarding contract documents, change orders, contract modifications, approvals, and any additional services related to billing.
• Effectively communicate with Project Managers monthly regarding the financial status of projects, contract modifications, and client invoicing requirements
• Assess and pursue opportunities for maximization of client billing w PIC or Division leader approval
• Research any unbilled issues to optimize the billing possibilities for the billing period.
• Work with the Accounting team when needed to reconcile variances that occur during the application of cash
• Consistent collection follow-up and recording of efforts attributable to clients regarding open receivables with clearly document processes undertaken for collections
• Prepare special project analyses for the PICs, PMs, and others as requested.
• Provide year-end support of auditor requirements, which may include research and reconciliation
• Perform additional assignments as directed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or some college courses in accounting or business are preferred
• Intermediate to advanced computer literacy, including experience in word processing, spreadsheets, and accounting software
• 3-4 years experience in billing and receivables, preferably in A / E environment
• Knowledge of standard contract terms, including hourly, lump sum, and not-to-exceed and how they are applied in the billing process
• Ability to work well with others under deadline situations and respond to changes in priorities
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, set priorities and see projects through to completion
• Employ problem-solving skills and analysis, and report issues to management when necessary
• Strong service orientation
• Knowledge of the project structure in a client / consultant business environment
• Experience with Deltek software is a plus

Additional Information

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Job Type : Full-Time

Your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Range : 75K to 105K

SOCOTEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer

SOCOTEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.