Accounting Projects Specialist

Quanta Infrastructure Solutions Group, LLC; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Health Coverage - Medical, Dental &amp

401(k) Retirement Plan

PTO and Holidays

Education Reimbursement and Pros. Dev.

Job summary

QISG in Overland Park, KS seeks an Accounting Projects Specialist with 10+ years in accounting/financial reporting. You will stand up accounting processes for new entities, manage GL activities, and oversee AP/AR workflows while supporting multiple entities across systems.

The role requires strong GAAP knowledge, ERP experience (JD Edwards preferred), and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision. CPA or advanced degree is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years in Accounting/Financial Reporting.
• Experience across GL, AP, AR.
• Experience with ERP systems.
• Ability to work independently with sound judgment.
• Strong GAAP knowledge.
• Proficient Excel and MS Office.
• CPA or advanced degree preferred.
• Experience in multi-entity environments a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead accounting setup for new legal entities, including COA configuration and cross-functional coordination.
• Manage general ledger activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close.
• Oversee AP transactions: invoice coding, vendor setup, payments.
• Oversee AR transactions: invoicing, cash application, collections.
• Provide senior-level coverage across AP, AR, GL, payroll support, and financial reporting during absences.
• Create and maintain cross-functional process documentation for coverage.
• Lead special projects: entity standups, systems implementations, process improvements, ad-hoc reporting.
• Identify and propose process improvements across accounting and finance.

Skills

General Ledger

Accounts Payable

Accounts Receivable

GAAP

Financial Reporting

Month-end Close

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance

Tools

JD Edwards

ERP System

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

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.

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 set‑up, 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.