Project Accountant

CFS; Alpharetta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

100% employee-paid medical coverage

4% 401(k) match

Job summary

CFS in Alpharetta, GA is seeking a Project Accountant to own project accounting processes and provide direct visibility to senior leadership. The role blends project accounting, AR, cash applications, and tax-related duties within a stable family-owned organization.

Reporting to accounting leadership, the position offers growth opportunities as the company serves large national customers with strong revenue growth.

Qualifications

• Must be detail-oriented
• Must be proactive and able to work independently
• Strong ownership mentality and ability to drive process improvements
• Excellent collaboration with finance leadership

Responsibilities

• Oversee project setup, budgeting, and financial tracking for assigned projects
• Create and maintain sales agreements and project documentation
• Prepare and process AIA billing invoices as part of the role
• Support accounts receivable activities and cash applications
• Review sales and use tax reporting for accuracy with outsourced provider
• Collaborate with CFO and Controller on process improvements and special projects

Job description

• Newly created Project Accountant position designed to take work off the CFO and Controller's plate, giving the Project Accountant direct visibility to senior leadership.
• The Project Accountant will have significant ownership over project accounting processes and the opportunity to make an immediate impact.
• This Project Accountant role offers a blend of project accounting, AR, cash applications, and tax-related responsibilities, providing diverse accounting exposure.
• The Project Accountant will join a stable, family-owned organization known for excellent employee tenure and a collaborative culture.
• The Project Accountant will support a business generating approximately $100M-$180M in revenue while working with nationally recognized customers such as Lowe's and PetSmart.
• Strong compensation package for a Project Accountant, including bonus potential, 100% employee-paid medical coverage, and a 4% 401(k) match.
• The Project Accountant will work closely with accounting leadership and have the ability to influence processes and improve efficiencies.
• This Project Accountant opportunity is ideal for someone seeking long-term stability and growth within a successful organization.

Project Accountant

Alpharetta, GA

$70,000 - $85,000

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Newly created Project Accountant position designed to take work off the CFO and Controller's plate, giving the Project Accountant direct visibility to senior leadership.
• The Project Accountant will have significant ownership over project accounting processes and the opportunity to make an immediate impact.
• This Project Accountant role offers a blend of project accounting, AR, cash applications, and tax-related responsibilities, providing diverse accounting exposure.
• The Project Accountant will join a stable, family-owned organization known for excellent employee tenure and a collaborative culture.
• The Project Accountant will support a business generating approximately $100M-$180M in revenue while working with nationally recognized customers such as Lowe's and PetSmart.
• Strong compensation package for a Project Accountant, including bonus potential, 100% employee-paid medical coverage, and a 4% 401(k) match.
• The Project Accountant will work closely with accounting leadership and have the ability to influence processes and improve efficiencies.
• This Project Accountant opportunity is ideal for someone seeking long-term stability and growth within a successful organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary Project Accountant, overseeing project setup, budgeting, and financial tracking.
• As the Project Accountant, create and maintain sales agreements and project-related documentation.
• Prepare and process AIA billing invoices as part of the Project Accountant role.
• Support accounts receivable activities and cash applications.
• Review sales and use tax reporting for accuracy while partnering with an outsourced provider.
• Collaborate directly with the CFO and Controller on process improvements and special projects as the Project Accountant.

Qualifications

• Experience working as a Project Accountant, Senior Accounting Specialist, or in a similar accounting role.
• Proven success as a Project Accountant handling project budgets, billing, and project-related accounting activities.
• REQUIRED: Experience with Microsoft Navision and/or Microsoft Business Central.
• AIA billing experience is strongly preferred for the Project Accountant position.
• The ideal Project Accountant will be detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable working independently.
• An accounting degree is preferred but not required; relevant Project Accountant experience is valued more heavily.

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