Hybrid Project Accountant – Engineering Firm

EXP; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vacation time

401(k) retirement benefits

Job summary

EXP is seeking a Project Accountant (Hybrid) in Chicago to join our team of engineers, architects and designers. You will coordinate with Project Managers and Sector Leads, set up projects in Deltek, manage budgets, and prepare invoices with supporting documentation.

The ideal candidate has a BS in Accounting, 5+ years of accounting for engineering firms, and strong knowledge of revenue recognition. Excellent communication and attention to detail are essential for success at EXP.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Accounting
• Minimum 5 years of Accounting (AP/AR/Billing) experience with an engineering firm
• Strong understanding of revenue recognition
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and computer applications
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Self-motivated with independent work habits
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Experience working in a fast-paced office and deadline oriented
• Working knowledge of Deltek Vision or Vantage Point software is a definite asset

Responsibilities

• Effectively communicate with Project Managers and Sector Leads, regarding contract documents, change orders and other contract modifications, approvals, and any additional services-related to projects
• Set up/review/activate projects in Deltek and maintain budgets throughout the life of the project
• Close out projects upon completion
• Prepare draft and final invoices for all billable projects, including all applicable backup
• Send final invoices to clients and file in-house copies in the client folder
• Create monthly Project Progress Reports for each PM. Hold monthly meetings with each PM to review the report.
• Investigate project variances and submit reports to management
• Work with the cash receipts team members to reconcile variances that occur in the application of cash
• Compile information for internal and external audits, as required
• Obtain required paperwork to set up new vendors
• Review and approval vendor invoices and employee expense reports
• Run requested reports
• Perform additional assignments as requested by PMs and Sector Leads
• Communicate and coordinate with the local offices

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Revenue recognition

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Deadline-driven

Office experience

Education

Bachelor of Science in Accounting

Tools

Deltek Vision

Vantage Point

Microsoft Office

Job description

EXP is seeking a Project Accountant (Hybrid) in Chicago to join our team of engineers, architects and designers. You will coordinate with Project Managers and Sector Leads, set up projects in Deltek, manage budgets, and prepare invoices with supporting documentation.

The ideal candidate has a BS in Accounting, 5+ years of accounting for engineering firms, and strong knowledge of revenue recognition. Excellent communication and attention to detail are essential for success at EXP.