Billing Specialist / Project Accountant

MKN; Bakersfield (CA); Hybrid; USD 63,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive salary

Fringe benefits

Supportive work culture

Job summary

A growing engineering firm is seeking a detail-oriented Billing Specialist/Project Accountant to oversee the billing lifecycle for water sector projects. You will collaborate with project managers, maintain billing systems, and analyze financial reports. The ideal candidate has 5+ years experience in billing, strong organizational skills, and proficiency in accounting software. Competitive compensation is offered, along with a supportive and balanced work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in billing/invoicing and accounts receivable.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and multi-tasking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, process, and review accurate monthly invoices collaboratively.
• Maintain and update project billing terms and budgets.
• Generate and analyze billing and financial reports.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication

Multi-tasking abilities

Tools

Deltek Vantagepoint

General billing or accounting software

Job description

1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Talent Acquisition & Retention: Looking to connect with Engineers who focus on California's Water Industry

Position:

• Billing Specialist / Project Accountant / AP Support

Location:

• Bakersfield (Preferred), Fresno, or San Luis Obispo, CA (Remote within California available)

MKN is looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Billing Specialist / Project Accountant to join our growing accounting team. This role will oversee the full-billing lifecycle for engineering projects in the water and wastewater sectors, as well as provide analysis and reporting specific to ongoing projects. The ideal candidate is highly organized, collaborative, and experienced in working with project teams and financial systems.

We are a team-oriented and highly motivated group with offices in Irvine, Oceanside, Arroyo Grande, San Luis Obispo, Bakersfield, Fresno, San Jose, Ventura, and Santa Clarita.

MKN strongly believes in and understands the importance of balancing work and personal life. Our recent awards, from Great Place to Work and Zweig Top Firms, are a testament to this value and the support we provide to our fellow team members. Our collaborative work environment and inclusive operating philosophy allow us to maintain a positive work culture while providing excellent service to our clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, process, and review accurate monthly invoices in collaboration with project managers
• Maintain and update project billing terms, budgets, and coding within accounting software
• Generate and analyze billing, project, and financial reports for internal stakeholders
• Respond to and resolve internal and external invoice inquiries professionally and promptly
• Monitor and follow up on outstanding accounts receivable, supporting collection efforts
• Collaborate with a three-person accounting team and report to the Financial Controller
• Review and audit sub consultant invoices
• Mentor and support less experienced team members by sharing knowledge and best practices
• Assist in refining billing workflows and documenting standard operating procedures
• Leverage Deltek Vantagepoint or similar platforms for project accounting and reporting

Required:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in billing/invoicing and accounts receivable
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Excellent communication and multi-tasking abilities
• Ability to follow existing processes and examples with accuracy and consistency
• Proficiency with general billing or accounting software

Preferred:

• Experience with Deltek Vantagepoint or other Deltek platforms
• Background in the AEC industry (architecture, engineering, construction)
• Familiarity with project accounting, accounts payable, and financial reporting
• Experience with platforms similar to Deltek Vantagepoint (Unanet, BST, other)

Compensation and Benefits:

Compensation is based on experience and qualifications $30–$40/hour ($62,500–$83,200 annually, depending on experience). The firm offers a highly competitive salary and fringe benefits, and most importantly, an opportunity for engagement and support from an engineering team that has led major regional water resource projects throughout the western U.S.

Please submit your application below or email your resume directly to Logan Neitenbach at [e-mail].

MKN does not sponsor foreign nationals for employment-based visas or permanent residence.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing, Engineering, and General Business

• Industries

  Financial Services, Civil Engineering, and Accounting

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