Accounting Projects Specialist

Quanta Infrastructure Solutions Group; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health coverage

401(k) retirement plan

PTO and holidays

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Quanta Infrastructure Solutions Group (QISG) seeks an Accounting Projects Specialist in Overland Park, KS. You will stand up accounting processes for new entities, manage general ledger, and oversee AP/AR systems with senior, individual-contributor responsibility.

This role requires at least 10 years of accounting experience, GAAP proficiency, ERP experience (JD Edwards), and strong communication skills. QISG offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities across projects and teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent
• Minimum of 10 years' experience in Accounting/Financial Reporting
• Experience across multiple accounting disciplines (GL, AP, AR)
• Experience working within an ERP system (JD Edwards)
• Proven ability to work independently with sound judgment
• Knowledge of GAAP and strong Excel skills
• Excellent communication and attention to detail

Responsibilities

• Set up accounting for new legal entities including COA configuration and coordinating with tax and legal teams
• Independently manage general ledger activities and complex journal entries
• Oversee AP transactions including vendor setup, coding, and payments
• Oversee AR activities including invoicing, cash application and collections
• Provide senior-level coverage across accounting and finance functions during leaves or high volume periods
• Develop cross-functional process documentation for coverage continuity
• Lead special projects, including entity stand-ups and system implementations
• Recommend process improvements across accounting and finance

Skills

Accounting expertise

GAAP knowledge

Excel proficiency

Independent worker

ERP system experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA

Advanced degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

JD Edwards

ERP systems

Job description

About Us

QISG leverages Quanta’s comprehensive resources to deliver collaborative solutions for our partners' energy infrastructure needs. We use in-house talent, expertise and resources to plan, design, engineer, manage, conduct maintenance on and construct projects. Our turnkey service capabilities provide our customers with efficiency, consistency, attention to detail and safe execution. The QISG team brings together Engineering, Safety, Quality, Material Procurement, QA/QC, Right-of-Way Acquisition, Scheduling, Environmental Planning, Permitting, Title and Land Management expertise that ensure outstanding results for our clients.

About This Role

The Accounting Projects Specialist is an experienced accounting professional who provides senior-level, hands-on support to the accounting and finance department across a range of high-priority initiatives. This role brings deep, broad-based accounting expertise to help stand up accounting processes for new legal entities, support general ledger activities, oversee work within accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) systems, and provide seamless coverage across accounting and finance functions during staff leaves of absence. The position carries no supervisory responsibility, but is recognized as a senior, individual-contributor role that exercises independent judgment, works with minimal oversight, and can be trusted to move fluidly across projects, systems, and teams.

What You'll Do

• Leads the accounting setup of new legal entities, including chart of accounts configuration, opening entries, and coordination with tax, treasury, legal, and other stakeholders
• Independently manages general ledger activities, including complex journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end/quarter-end close tasks
• Oversees and performs transactions within accounts payable systems, including invoice coding, vendor setup, and payment processing, exercising judgment on more complex or non-routine items
• Oversees and performs transactions within accounts receivable systems, including invoicing, cash application, and collections, exercising judgment on more complex or non-routine items
• Provides seamless, senior-level coverage across accounting and finance functions (e.g., AP, AR, general ledger, payroll support, financial reporting) during employee leaves of absence or periods of high volume, often stepping into functions with limited notice or ramp‑up time
• Builds and maintains cross‑functional documentation of processes and procedures to enable consistent coverage across the department
• Leads special projects as assigned, which may include legal entity stand‑ups, systems implementations, process improvement initiatives, and ad‑hoc reporting or analysis
• Identifies and recommends process improvements based on cross‑functional exposure to multiple areas of accounting and finance
• Ensures accuracy, organization, and audit‑readiness of supporting documentation in compliance with internal controls and company policy
• Serves as a trusted point of contact for the Controller and Assistant Controller on project status, open items, and cross‑functional coordination
• Performs other senior‑level accounting and finance duties as assigned

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, or equivalent combination of education and extensive relevant work experience
• Minimum of 10 years' experience within the Accounting/Financial Reporting function
• Demonstrated experience across multiple accounting disciplines (e.g., general ledger, AP, AR)
• Experience working within an ERP system
• Proven ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment with minimal supervision
• Strong working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Self‑starter who can work independently while supporting the needs of the broader team
• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal), with the ability to communicate effectively to all levels of the organization
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment
• Ability to adapt quickly across different systems, functions, and priorities
• Effective time management skills and the ability to manage multiple concurrent priorities
• Discretion in handling confidential financial information

Preferred Experience And Education

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
• Advanced degree (e.g., Master's degree) in Accounting or Finance
• Experience within a Construction accounting setting
• Experience supporting the accounting setup of new legal entities or business units
• Experience in a multi‑entity or multi‑location organization
• Experience working within JD Edwards

Travel Requirements

• Travel: Yes
• Percent of Time: Up to 30%

What You'll Get

QISG Benefits Highlights

• Competitive Compensation
• Comprehensive Health Coverage - Multiple Medical, dental & vision plans with 100% preventive care
• 24/7 telehealth (Teladoc)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company‑funded HSA and pre‑tax savings options
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• No‑cost Short‑and‑Long‑term Disability
• Employer‑paid basic Life & AD&D Insurance
• Paid Time off (PTO) and 10 Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental leave
• Education Reimbursement and Professional Development
• Employee discount program and optional insurance offerings:
• Identity Theft Protection
• Accident Insurance
• Voluntary Life (spouse and child)
• Critical Illness
• Hospital Indemnity
• Pet Insurance

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.