Project Accountant

Project Accountant

Wunderlich-Malec Engineering (WM) is 100% employee-owned and one of the largest and most well-established engineering companies in the United States. When you join WM you become part of a company that is : 100% employee-owned with 40+ years of industry history A Top 5 Systems Integrator Giant ENR Top 500 Firm

Job Description

We have a Project Accountant position available in our Eden Prairie, MN office. This person will collaborate closely with project managers to manage the financial aspects of projects from proposal to close-out. Responsibilities include setting up and maintaining project accounts, preparing and submitting client invoices, and conducting regular project reviews to ensure accurate billing, cost tracking, and financial reporting. This role also handles project-related purchase orders, accounts receivable, collections, and compliance with tax regulations. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities are essential for success in this position.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• Collaborate with project manager on accounting aspects of the project from proposal to close out
• Validate project proposals, project PO, and internal project setup documents are complete and accurate
• Set up and maintain client projects within the project accounting system to ensure accurate billing and financial reporting
• Understand types of billing and the specifics of how the information on the invoice should be presented to the client
• Prepare, review, and submit client invoices on a timely and accurate basis
• Review and approve project-related vendor purchase orders and invoices
• Conduct frequent project reviews to include validating estimated cost-to-complete calculations, month-end over / under WIP, and project variances
• Understand multi-company project postings for revenue and expense
• Responsible for project account receivables and collections; researching and resolving cash receipt discrepancies
• Understand U.S. sales tax laws as they pertain to professional services and project materials sold
• Close out projects upon completion assuring projects have been billed to the extent possible and commitments have been resolved
• Responsible for understanding, staying updated on, and abiding by the Employee Handbook as written

Qualifications / Requirements :

Work Conditions :

Our People : Empowered Individuals - Employee owned, we are able to hire the best and empower them to develop and deliver solutions Rewarded & Motivated - Investing in continuing education and world-class benefits keeps our staff motivated Positive Attitudes - Dedicated experts are committed in the long-run and bring a positive, can-do attitude to your project Knowledgeable - Recognized industry experts reinforced with ongoing training remain knowledgeable on the latest industry trends and directions

Wunderlich-Malec is proud to offer a comprehensive employee-owner benefit package. Full-time employees may be eligible for the following benefits : Medical

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