[Remote] Project Accountant - Remote, US

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Bowman Consulting is a professional services organization committed to providing exceptional client service and supporting infrastructure development. The company is seeking a Project Accountant to oversee and report on project cost accounting, manage invoicing and collections, reconcile project costs, and support financial reporting and audits remotely.

Responsibilities

• Receive broad guidance relating to overall key objectives, critical issues, new concepts, and policy matters and general parameters for execution. Receive direction as needed, and especially on highly complex assignments. Independently apply extensive and diversified knowledge of principles and practices in broad areas of assignments and related fields. Review work produced by staff for quality assurance
• Oversee and report on project cost accounting in adherence to company accounting policies and procedures
• Act as a liaison between operations and many corporate accounting functions including but not limited to accounts payable, payroll, etc
• Review and analyze key performance metrics to support operations management and identify continuous improvement processes
• Identify, research, and resolve project issues
• Reconcile and analyze project cost reports to ensure accurate and timely reporting
• Assist and work with the Regional Controller to provide various account reports, collections, etc
• Use job billing experience to coordinate with other project billers and project managers in the region to ensure accuracy of project setups and adherence to procedures
• Update and maintain client's budgets, consultant's budgets, scope, pricing, change orders, and provide evaluation and reporting
• Use general business management skills in reviewing both project and business operating performance
• Perform project set-up for new projects
• Manage monthly invoicing process for projects
• Review vendor and subcontractor invoices process
• Contact customers concerning past due balances and collect those balances up until 90 days after invoice date
• Aid, as appropriate, the Senior Account Manager in collections efforts after 90 days
• Prepare accounts with outstanding balances for escalation to Controller and/or General Counsel for follow-up action
• Prepare management reporting schedules as it relates to collections and accounts receivables
• Prepare draft correspondence pertaining to collections and accounts receivables issues
• Assist with annual financial audit preparation as needed
• Maintain petty cash account reconciliation and daily cash receipts

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent relevant experience required
• Experience with Prevailing Wage
• Thorough knowledge of GAAP
• Experience with an ERP system required
• Must have AP full cycle exposure
• Primarily indoor professional office environment which may include bright/dim light, noise, fumes, odors, and traffic
• Mobility around an office environment
• Frequent and prolonged use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines
• Occasional lifting or carrying up to 20 pounds
• Occasional pushing or pulling up to 20 pounds
• Occasional reaching outward or above shoulder
• Relevant certification (e.g., CMA or CPA) preferred
• Seven or more (7+) years of corporate accounting experience preferred
• Prior project accounting experience within the architecture, engineering, and/or construction industry  preferred
• Knowledge of Deltek Vantagepoint preferred
• Previous experience with mergers and acquisitions a plus

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
• Discretionary bonuses and other performance-based incentives
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and employee discounts
• Eligibility for certain benefits may vary based on position, location, and employment status.
• Remote work arrangement

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