Project Accountant

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

Job summary

CFS in Alpharetta, GA is seeking a Project Accountant to relieve CFO/Controller workload while gaining direct visibility to senior leadership. This newly created role offers ownership over project accounting processes and exposure across AR, cash applications, and tax responsibilities.

You will contribute to a stable, family-owned organization serving notable clients with significant revenue and the opportunity to influence processes and improve efficiencies.

Qualifications

• Experience in project accounting, budgeting, and billing for projects.
• Proven ability to work with accounts receivable, cash applications, and tax-related tasks.
• Attention to detail, initiative, and ability to influence processes.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary Project Accountant for project setup, budgeting, and financial tracking.
• 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; partner with outsourced provider.

Skills

Project accounting

Accounts receivable

Cash applications

Tax-related responsibilities

Education

Accounting degree

Tools

Microsoft Navision

Microsoft Business Central

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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