Senior Project Accountant

Overview : ABOUT THE POSITION

ABOUT THE POSITION

VHB is currently looking for a Sr. Project Accountant to join our I64 team. The successful candidate will have an opportunity to work alongside a team of dedicated professional engineers, scientists, planners and designers.

Our team collaborates with both public and private clients in various industries such as transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy.

Additionally, we work closely with federal, state and local governments.

Responsibilities

Preparation and processing of client invoices and contract documents

Client and sub-consultant contract maintenance

Coordinates and delegates tasks within the project accounting team to achieve maximum efficiency

Assistance with project setup / budgeting; including review of contract compensation and billing methods

Maintain project financial records and billing files

Provide both internal and external support regarding tracking and collection of project accounts receivable

Coordinate with subconsultants and vendors regarding accounts payable

Assistance with research & resolution of client questions pertaining to invoicing

Support the Finance team and Project Managers with various other finance and contract related tasks

Skills and Attributes

Solid knowledge and understanding of accounting / finance / billing principles, methods, and procedures

Strong leadership and team management skills

Strong computer skills using Microsoft Office (i.e., Word, Excel).

Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills

Strong project, client, and time management skills

Exceptional problem solving, critical thinking, customer service, and organizational skills

Self-starter who can identify and actively pursue solutions to diligently advance company or client objectives with minimal direction

Ability to take on new tasks and adapt to different work assignments and personalities

Ability to multitask in a fast-paced deadline-oriented environment with a strong attention to detail

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Management (experience may be substituted for education on a year for year basis)

4+ years of experience (preferably in an Engineering, Architecture or Construction environment)

Intermediate to advanced working knowledge of all Microsoft Office applications

Knowledge of Deltek Vision or VantagePoint a plus

We are VHB! We’re an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy industries, as well as federal, state, and local governments.

Our work helps improve mobility, enhance communities, and contribute to economic vitality. We do this while balancing development and infrastructure needs with stewardship of our environment.

Our people make us great! VHB provides a differentiating , which includes :

Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation

Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects

Community and social responsibility as sustainable stewards

Focus on learning, development, and career growth

Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace

We are consistently rated one of the top AEC firms to work for across our 30+ offices on the East Coast. We’re growing, and we hope you’ll join us!

VHB is a proud Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity.

All individuals receive consideration for employment based on their qualifications without discrimination for race / ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, pregnancy, marital status, or any other basis protected by law.

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